Introduction

Tourism is described as one of the fastest growing industries in the world and is subject to radical change in how it is produced and consumed. The capacity to be entrepreneurial and innovative, that is to be able to respond quickly, proactive and constructive towards changes in external and internal conditions is considered crucial both for the survival of both firms and destinations. Through this study you learn about the entrepreneurship and innovation in tourism, and about the international business development which brings along changes tht the tourism business must react upon, and also how tourism itself contributes to innovative local, regional and national development strategies. The aim of the study is to:

• Introduce key issues related to international tourism, entrepreneurship and innovation,
• introduce the key features of the relationship between tourism, entrepreneurship and international business,
• identify elements of the business environment for international tourism businesses,
• explore issues of strategic management and innovation in international context.

Target Group and Admission Requirements

This program is for international exchange students. For more information, please visit our International Office website.

Learning outcome

The candidate

• has broad knowlegde of subjects such as tourism, entrepreneurship and innovation; hereunder knowlegde of important topics, theories and methods within the academic field
• is familiar with research and development work within the field
• can update his/her knowlegde within the field
• can reflect upon his/her academic practice
• can apply academic knowlegde and relevant results of research and development work to practical and theoretical problems and make well-founded choices
• masters relevant scholary tools, techniques and forms of communications
• has insight into relevant academic and professional ethical issues
• can plan and carry out varied assignments and projects over time, alone or as a part of a group, and in accordance with ethical requirements and principles
• can communicate important academic matters such as theories, problems and solutions, both in writing and orally, as well as other relevant forms of commuication

Curriculum and structure

Code Course title Credits O/V *) Credits pr. semester   S1(A) S2(V) 6057 The Entrepreneur and Society 7.50 O 7,5   4507 Ecotourism Theories and Concepts 10.00 O 10   xxxx Elective Course 7,5 ECTS 7.50 V 7,5   xxxx5 Elective Course 5 ECTS 5.00 V 5   6052 International Business 7.50 O   7,5 6044 Tourism and the Environment 7.50 O   7,5 xxxx Elective Course 7,5 ECTS 7.50 V   7,5 xxxx Elective Course 7,5 ECTS 7.50 V   7,5 Total: 30 30 *) O - Mandatory course, V - Optional course

Code Course title Credits O/V *) Credits pr. semester   S1(A) S2(V) 2606 Ecophilosophy 5.00 V 5   2604 The Individual, Environs and Society (Friluftsliv) 5.00 V 5   2617 Introducing Norwegian Language 5.00 V 5 5 2601 Norwegian Language: Intermediate Level 10.00 V 10   2609 Norwegian Language: Advanced level 10.00 V 10   4501 Alpine Ecology 10.00 V 10   4505 Conservation Biology 10.00 V   10 1244 The Individual, Environs and Society - Winter 5.00 V   5 Total: 0 0 *) O - Mandatory course, V - Optional course

The courses are offered in English and are mainly at upper division undergraduate level. Students may register for additional courses that are total more than 60 Norwegian study points. Several courses are offered on a rotational basis.

Internationalization

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Teaching and Learning Methods

This program is a full-time, full academic year of study (60 study points/ECTS credits), extending through 17 weeks in the autumn + 17 weeks in the spring including an orientation week, a winter break between autumn and spring semesters and a spring break. Final examinations are normally scheduled in December and in May.

Learning methods include lectures (contact hours: 45 minutes), group work seminars, tutoring, individual preparation, field work, study trips and independent study. Some courses include mandatory attendance.

Assessment Methods

Final assessment is based on a variety of tasks: papers, tests, reports, journals, oral presentation, final individual written examinations; the grade scale is from A-F; E is the last passing grade. All elements of the final grade must be passed to pass the course. Pass/No Pass applies to a few courses.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean