The Foundation course in Tourism from Swayam is a programme that is specially designed to cater to the requirements of candidates aspiring to make a career in Tourism. The programme covers a wider aspect of areas such as the basics of tourism, tourism destination, entire basics of tourism, geography, tourism marketing, communication and other areas under tourism. Being a multidisciplinary undergraduate programme, the course will be completed in a span of 16 weeks.
The programme is an online programme and is being imparted by the experts in this industry possessing years and years of experience. The main objective behind this programme is to educate aspirants willing to make a career in tourism.
The entire course is free of cost however if a candidate wants a certification from Swayam he needs to register for an exam and he needs to take it in person at a designated place. The Eligibility will be announced on the course URL and each candidate would get the certification if he matches the eligibility criteria.
What you will learn
Knowledge of tourism
After completing the Foundation Course in Tourism the candidates will now about:
Candidates will learn about the Tourism basics as well as get a detailed understanding of the Tourism system
They will be able to learn about the entire basics of tourism and the information needed to make a career in this zone.
People wanting to know about the tourism industry.
Freshers wanting to launch themselves in the tourism sector
Admission Details
Candidates wanting to enroll for the course need to follow the following steps
Step 1. Visit the following link: https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/nou23_ge42/preview
Step 2. Click on the join button on the page. You will be redirected to another page.
Step 3. Now fill in all your details and accept the terms and conditions.
Step 4. You can now access the course. Follow the schedule to attend the online meeting and doubt clearing session.
The Syllabus
Block 1: Tourism Phenomenon
Unit 1: Understanding Tourism 1
Unit 2: Understanding Tourism 2
Block 1: Tourism Phenomenon
Unit 3: Historical Evolution and Development
Block 2: Tourism as an Industry
Unit 4: Tourism System
Block 2: Tourism as an Industry
Unit 5: Constituents of Tourism Industry and tourism organizations
Unit 6: Tourism Regulations
Unit 7: Statistics and Measurements
Block 3: Tourism Services and Operations-1
Unit 8: Modes of Transport
Unit 9: Tourism Accommodation
Block 3: Tourism Services and Operations-1
Unit 10: Informal Services in Tourism
Unit 11: Subsidiary Services Categories and Roles
Block 3: Tourism Services and Operations-1
Unit 12: Shops, Emporiums and Melas
Block 4: Tourism Services and Operations-2
Unit 13: Travel Agency
Unit 14: Tour Operator
Block 4: Tourism Services and Operations-2
Unit 15: Guides and Escorts
Unit 16: Tourism Information: Sources
Block 5: Geography and Tourism
Unit 17: India’s Biodiversity: Landscape, Environment and Ecology
Unit 18: Seasonality and Destinations
Unit 19: Map And Chart Work
Block 6: Tourism Marketing and Communications
Unit 20: Tourism Marketing – 1: Relevance, Product Design, Market Research
Unit 21: Tourism Marketing – 2: Promotional Events Advertising,Publicity, Selling
Block 6: Tourism Marketing and Communications
Unit 22: Role Of Media
Unit 23: Writing For Tourism
Unit 24: Personality Development And Communicating Skills
Block 7: Tourism: The Cultural Heritage
Unit 25: Use of History
Unit 26: Monuments and Museums
Block 7: Tourism: The Cultural Heritage
Unit 27: Living Culture and Performing Arts
Unit 28: Religions of India
Block 8: Tourism Planning and Policy
Unit 29: Tourism Policy and Planning
Block 8: Tourism Planning and Policy
Unit 30: Infrastructructural Development
Block 8: Tourism Planning and Policy
Unit 31: Local Bodies, Officials and Tourism
Unit 32: Development, Dependency and Manila Declaration
Block 9: Tourism Impact
Unit 33: Economic Impact
Unit 34: Social, Political and Environment Impact
Unit 35: Threats and Obstacles
Instructors
IGNOU Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
1: How will this course help me with my career?
The Foundation course in Tourism will help you to know everything required to be a tourism professional. It would help you to avail of many new opportunities.
2: Who is this course for?
People who in the future want to make a career in the tourism sector or who are already working.
3: Is this course completely free of cost?
Yes, this is a completely free course.
4: At which level can this course be taken up?
This course can be done at the undergraduate level.
5: Is this a government initiative?
Yes, it is a government initiative to help and reach out to the students who have been so far untouched by the global change in the education industry.
6: What will be the teaching process?
There will be video lectures and reading materials that can be printed or downloaded.
7: How will I ask for any queries or clear my doubts?
There will be a doubt clearing session where you can ask or clear your doubts.