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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for Semester 1 2020 Units. Students will be notified of all approved modifications by Unit Coordinators via email and Unit Blackboard sites. Where changes have been made, these are designed to ensure that you still meet the unit learning outcomes in the context of our adjusted teaching and learning arrangements.
This unit explores the global business and management concepts inherent in hospitality enterprises and applies these in a strategic planning and management approach to today's hospitality organisation. Characteristics of the hospitality service, business, organisational and operational issues in managing international hotels and restaurants are studied. Students will also be introduced to the Hotel Simulation software (HOTS) where they will manage and make strategic business decisions on a hotel business in a virtual environment that mirrors the real business world.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 8 x 2 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 5 x 1.5 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 8 x 2 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 5 x 1.5 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
This unit is conducted in both on-campus and online modes with a student-centred approach. On-campus students complete weekly online pre-workshop activities and attend weekly seminars. Online students require regular on-line access via Blackboard to complete the same pre-workshop activities, and the weekly schedule of activities, which includes podcasts of the lecture slides. Practical industry-focused case studies are used to provide students with the opportunity to develop their skill in applying theoretical knowledge to real world issues. This unit also applies engaged teaching and learning where student are provided with links to industry relevant information and networking opportunities. Students are required to complete individual assessment items which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), ability to generate ideas, critical analysis (depth of thought, development of argument, logical analysis and insight), depth and breadth of coverage, the ability to research effectively using both academic and contemporary sources, and industry relevance.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Test | 20% |
| Report | Individual Report | 30% |
| Assignment | Individual HOTS Strategic Plan | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Test | 20% |
| Report | Individual Report | 30% |
| Assignment | Individual HOTS Strategic Plan | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for this unit. All assessment changes will be published by 27 July 2020. All students are reminded to check handbook at the beginning of semester to ensure they have the correct outline.
This unit explores the global business and management concepts inherent in hospitality enterprises and applies these in a strategic planning and management approach to today's hospitality organisation. Characteristics of the hospitality service, business, organisational and operational issues in managing international hotels and restaurants are studied. Students will also be introduced to the Hotel Simulation software (HOTS) where they will manage and make strategic business decisions on a hotel business in a virtual environment that mirrors the real business world.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 8 x 2 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 5 x 1.5 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 8 x 2 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 5 x 1.5 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
This unit is conducted in both on-campus and online modes with a student-centred approach. On-campus students complete weekly online pre-workshop activities and attend weekly seminars. Online students require regular on-line access via Blackboard to complete the same pre-workshop activities, and the weekly schedule of activities, which includes podcasts of the lecture slides. Practical industry-focused case studies are used to provide students with the opportunity to develop their skill in applying theoretical knowledge to real world issues. This unit also applies engaged teaching and learning where student are provided with links to industry relevant information and networking opportunities. Students are required to complete individual assessment items which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), ability to generate ideas, critical analysis (depth of thought, development of argument, logical analysis and insight), depth and breadth of coverage, the ability to research effectively using both academic and contemporary sources, and industry relevance.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Test | 20% |
| Report | Individual Report | 30% |
| Assignment | Individual HOTS Strategic Plan | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Test | 20% |
| Report | Individual Report | 30% |
| Assignment | Individual HOTS Strategic Plan | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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