This course puts emphasis on economics of tourism and recreation in the blue economy.
Objective
This course seeks to:
- analyse the scope and conceptual issues in blue tourism and recreation economics;
- estimate and interpret the socioeconomic and environmental impact of blue tourism and recreation;
- apply the tools and techniques in blue tourism and recreation economics to address contemporary issues; and
- examine sustainability issues as well as the policies and best practices in the blue tourism and recreation industry.
Content
It discusses the scope and conceptual issues in blue tourism and recreation economics, microeconomic foundations, private and public investment in blue tourism and recreation. It also exposes students to the socioeconomic and environmental impact of blue tourism and recreation and sustainability issues as well as the policies and best practices in the blue tourism and recreation industry.
Mode of Delivery
The course combines face to face and online lectures, individual and group presentations, case studies, and hands-on exercises