MACRO PERSPECTIVE OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY DESCRIPTION
The tourism industry is global, and it will continue to grow. It is composed of many sectors, each of which is vital in the development and growth of the industry. This course introduces the study of tourism, where it is examined from the perspective of a phenomenon, an industry, and as a field of study or research. As a phenomenon, the major factors that contribute to its development, growth, and decline both in the Philippines and in the world are analyzed. As an industry, the course looks at the various sectors and their relevance to the economic growth of a country. As a field of research, major tourism theories are introduced. Basic definitions and concepts relating to tourism’s economic, social, political, cultural, and environmental impacts are also discussed.