Analytical Techniques for Tourism

University of the Western Cape

Course Description

  • Course Name

    Analytical Techniques for Tourism

  • Host University

    University of the Western Cape

  • Location

    Cape Town, South Africa

  • Area of Study

    Hospitality, Statistics

  • Language Level

    Taught In English

  • Course Level Recommendations

    Upper

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    Hours & Credits

  • Host University Units

    10
  • Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
    3
  • Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
    4.5
  • Overview

    Main Content:
    ? Basic statistical techniques - frequency tables, correlation and regression analysis, cross-tabulation
    ? Statistical techniques for analyzing tourism markets, forecasting tourism demand and
    market segmentation
    ? Graphical techniques for displaying tourism data - pie charts, graphs, tables
    ? GIS techniques for mapping tourism data - tourist flows, supply and demand, impacts

    Main Outcomes:
    At the end of this module students will be able to:
    ? demonstrate an understanding of the various techniques used to analyze statistical data in
    tourism research
    ? demonstrate an understanding of the various techniques used to display tourism data
    ? demonstrate their knowledge of techniques for mapping tourism data
    ? use SPSS and Geographical Information Systems computer packages to perform the above
    task

    Pre-requisites: At least 3 second year modules in Tourism

    Breakdown of Learning Time:
    Contact with lecturer/tutor: 24 hours
    Assignments & tasks: 40 hours
    Tests & examinations: 6 hours
    Self study: 30 hours

    Assessment:
    Class tests: 25%
    Assignments: 25%
    Examinations: 50%

Course Disclaimer

Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.

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