旅遊與款待科
Tourism and Hospitality Studies (THS)
Tourism and Hospitality Studies (THS)
簡介 Introduction
旅遊與款待科讓學生透過研習本地及國際的旅遊及款待業趨勢和議題,探討和了解個人與社會之間的關係,以及有關趨勢和議題對社會、經濟和環境所造成的影響。例如學習旅遊及款待教育的社會元素,除可以加強學生的個人發展外,還能培養他們的專業操守,孕育健康的服務文化,對社區有所裨益。
Tourism and Hospitality Studies (THS) enables students to explore and understand the relationship between individuals and society through the study of local and international tourism and hospitality trends and issues, and their social, economic and environmental impact. For example, the study of the social aspects of tourism and hospitality education will not only enhance students’ personal development but also help them develop a sense of ethical responsibility and a healthy hospitality culture that benefits the community.
課程目標 Aims and Objectives
知識 Knowledge
旅客旅遊的原因,以及旅遊及款待業應如何切合旅客的需要
The reasons why people travel and how the tourism and hospitality industry meets travellers’ needs.
旅遊及款待業的性質是跨學科及多樣化的,其中包括旅遊目的地、基礎設施及地上建築
The interdisciplinary and diverse nature of the tourism and hospitality industry, including tourist destinations, infrastructure and superstructures.
本地和國際旅遊及款待業的發展趨勢和議題,及其對社會、經濟和環境的影響
Local and international tourism and hospitality trends and issues, and their social, economic and environmental impact.
旅遊及款待業的主要功能範圍或界別,以及職位空缺的情況
The major functional areas or sectors within the tourism and hospitality industry, and the career opportunities available.
技能 Skills
培養一系列在旅遊及款待業內外不同地方都能應用的專門及共通能力,包括有效的溝通能力、顧客服務技巧、資料處理技巧、批判性思考能力、創造力及解決問題的能力等
Develop a range of specific and generic skills, including effective communication skills, customer service skills, information-processing skills, critical thinking skills, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
運用適當的技巧,處理旅遊及款待業與服務業的各種情況
Apply appropriate skills in a wide range of tourism and hospitality industry and service-related situations.
態度 Attitudes
願意向遊客介紹本地的旅遊資源
Be willing to introduce local tourism resources to tourists.
到外地遊覽時,欣賞和尊重東道國的旅遊資源
Appreciate and respect the tourism resources of other places when they are tourists themselves.
反思遊客與東道國之間的關係,欣賞其他文化、風俗和信仰
Reflect on the role of tourist-host relationships and develop an appreciation of other cultures, customs and beliefs.
了解旅遊及款待業重視誠信及專業操守的重要性,並能在日常生活中實踐
Appreciate the importance of integrity and ethical behaviour in the tourism and hospitality industry, and apply this to daily life situations.
認識投身旅遊及款待業所需的個人質素,包括有禮、主動、隨機應變、靈活、能與人合作等
Acquire an understanding of the personal qualities required for successful work in the tourism and hospitality industry, such as courtesy, initiative, adaptability, flexibility, and collaboration, etc.
珍視旅遊及款待業在經濟、環境、文化和社會方面可持續發展的重要性
Value the importance of sustainability in the tourism and hospitality industry with respect to its economic, environmental, cultural and social contexts.
認識並展示優質的顧客服務
Recognise and be able to demonstrate quality customer service.
課程架構與特色 Curriculum Framework and Characteristics
本科的課程架構分為必修和選修部分,均會探討旅遊及款待業內不同界別的情況。每部分包括了各界別所需的知識、概念、態度和基本的共通能力。選修部分旨在配合學生的能力及興趣,加強他們對所選取課題的認識。
The curriculum framework of THS consists of two parts: a Compulsory Part and an Elective Part. The Compulsory and Elective Parts are developed to examine certain sectors of the tourism and hospitality industry, and each part includes knowledge, concepts, attitudes and generic skills. The Elective Part aims to cater for students’ aptitudes and interests, and enhance their understanding of a selected topic chosen by them.
必修部分 Compulsory
旅遊導論 Introduction to Tourism
款待導論 Introduction to Hospitality
地理名勝 Destination Geography
客務關係及服務 Customer Relations and Services
旅遊與款待業趨勢及議題 Trends and Issues in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
選修部分 Electives
會議、獎勵、商務、展覽業務(MICE)
Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE)
主題公園及景點
Theme Parks and Attractions
款待業市場學
Hospitality Marketing
本科除一般課堂的學與教(包括小組學習、專題研習、合作學習及持續性評估)及相關的學習活動外,更會安排同學透過不同類型的參觀活動與境外交流,讓同學可以利用走出課室的機會應用所學,深化與鞏固學科知識。
In addition to regular classroom learning and teaching (including group learning, project-based learning, collaborative learning and continuous assessment) and related learning activities, THS will also arrange for students to participate in various types of visits and overseas exchanges, allowing them to take advantage of opportunities outside the classroom to apply what they have learned and deepen and consolidate their subject knowledge.