TOU102 INTRODUCTION TO THE LEISURE INDUSTRY
COURSE OUTLINE
SEMESTER: FALL 2015
FACULTY MEMBER’S DETAILS
NAME:
Mr. Michael Peleties
OFFICE:
CDA Aeschilou Str.
OFFICE HOURS: By Appointment
EMAIL:
cdaadm@spidernet.com.cy
WEB SITE: http://www.cdacollege.ac.cy/site/travel-ll/index.htm
PREREQUISITE (S): None
DESCRIPTION:
This course provides a comprehensive examination of the field of leisure. The course examines
leisure from a historical, economic, sociological and geographical perspectives, as well as future
developments.
OBJECTIVES:
On successful completion of this course students should be able to:
 Analyse the various ways in which leisure might be defined
 Explain the changing nature of leisure during its historical development
 Identify and analyse the uses and functions of leisure in society
 Evaluate the respective strengths and weaknesses of Marxist, Structuralist, and
Figurational approaches to the study of leisure
 Assess and appreciate the utility of geographical, economic, psychological and socialpsychological approaches to the study of leisure
 Explain the various factors that motivate and constrain participation in cultural and
leisure activities and events
 Critically assess the potential influences on the future development of leisure
MAIN BOOK(S):
Title
Author(s)
Publisher
Edition
Publ. Year
ISBN
An Introduction to the Leisure Studies
C. Bull, J. Hoose, M. Weed
Prentice Hall
1ST
2003
9780582325036
Title
Author(s)
Publisher
Edition
Publ. Year
ISBN
Tourism, Leisure and Recreation
G. Nagle
Thornes
Reprinted
2005
0174447051
ADDITIONAL READING AND OTHER LEARNING RESOURCES
Journals and Periodicals
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21st Century Adventures Travel Enzine (http://www.21stcenturyadventures.com/)
Luxury Travel Magazine Conte Nast Traveller (http://www.cntraveller.com/)
Travel and Leisure Magazine (http://www.travelandleisure.com/)
Conde Nast Traveller
The Sunday Times Travel
SCHEDULE
WEEKS
TOPICS
ACTIVITIES
1
The nature of leisure: definitions based on
activities, time, and perceptions. Playphysical
development,
cognitive
development, emotional development, social
development.
Discussion Questions
2
The historical development of leisure:
changing attitudes and conceptions of leisure
in pre-modern, modern and post-modern
society. Leisure and popular culture.
Discussion Questions
Case study: England & Wales
Cricket Board. Using market
research to improve consumer
focus
3
The historical development of leisure:
Leisure and popular culture. The growth of
mass leisure. Leisure and the growth of
affluence.
Discussion Questions
Case study: England & Wales
Cricket Board. Using market
research to improve consumer
focus
4
The sociological perspectives: Marxism and
structural-functionalism.
Discussion Questions
5
The sociological perspectives: Figurational
perspectives on leisure.
Discussion Questions
6
A sense of place: Geographical perspectives
in leisure. The ecological basis. The
economic basis. The social construction of
leisure places. Planning and leisure place.
Discussion Questions
Test 1
Guidelines for the Assignments
7
8
Leisure and economics: Understanding the
leisure economy. The economic significance
of leisure.
Discussion Questions
Mid-Term Exam
Discussion Question
9
Gender issues: Understanding the gendered
nature of leisure participation.
Discussion Questions
10
11
Leisure motivations and choices: the
structure/agency debate and personal leisure
profiles.
Discussion Questions
Leisure motivations and choices: Psychobiographies and the social psychology of
leisure.
Discussion Questions
Test 2
Assignment submission date
12
13
Leisure futures: changing work regimes and
leisure time. The development of leisure
forms. Increasing commercialization and
commodification of leisure.
Leisure futures: The influence of technology
and globalization.
Revision-Preparation for the Final Exam
Discussion Questions
Discussion Questions
*The course schedule is subject to changes. Such changes will be duly noted in class.
Estimated Student workload
Activity
Class attendance
Independence Study
Mid – Term Exam
Preparation, Assignment
Preparation, Test Preparation,
Exercises Preparation
Final Exam Preparation
Total
Hours
39
42
33
36
150
ASSESSMENT
Tests:
Assignments:
Mid-term examination:
Final examination:
10%
15%
25%
50%
Tests: Two 30-minute tests will take place during the semester and will mostly include true/false
and multiple choice questions.
Assignments: The students will be assigned to carry out a theoretical research in the existing
literature over the topics covered in the course outline, or to carry out an exercise using the
Internet. The faculty member will determine the character of the assignment. The students are
requested to deliver their assignments on an individual or group basis and on time. Although
collaboration among the students for the preparation of the assignments is encouraged, students
should avoid copying.
Mid-term examination: The mid-term examination will be of one hour. It will mostly include
essay questions and/or multiple-choice questions.
Final Examination: The final examination will be of two hours. It will be comprehensive and it
will test the students on the material covered during the semester.
NOTES:
 Class attendance and participation in class discussion is expected and absences will
affect your final grade.
 The due dates for assignments are non-negotiable and late work will be penalized.
 All assignments are to be professional in appearance and type.
B.A in Travel and Tourism Management Grading System
% Grade
90-100
80-89
75-79
65-74
60-64
55-59
50-54
Below 50
Grade
A
B+
B
C+
C
D+
D
F
Grade
Excellent
Meaning
Very Good
Good
Above
Average
Below
Poor
Average
Failure
Grade Points per
4.00
Credit
3.50
3.00
2.50
2.00
1.50
1.00
0.00
OTHER INFORMATION
Class attendance: Students are expected to attend the classes regularly and be punctual.
Humane matters: Inform your faculty member for any un-expectancies that may occur, thus not
allowing you to carry out your responsibilities.
Library: You are advised to visit regularly the library of our College and read articles published
in academic journals. Do not hesitate to ask the librarian to inform you about the facilities
offered by our library and how you will use them in a productive way. I recommend you
studying regularly among others, articles of your interest, published in international journals.