• Wellbeing Tourism (independent online) (MMPG1700-3004),
         13.02.2023 – 21.04.2023,  5 cr  (ZJA23KM, ...) — Online learning +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    The object of the course
    After completing this course, you will know what makes wellbeing tourism a unique and profitable market. You will gain insight about wellbeing tourism in Finland and abroad and can begin to understand what kind of wellbeing tourism services are suitable for different customer segments.

    Course competences
    MTMCU Customerships
    MTMNE Networks
    MTMRE Responsibility
    MTMTI Tourism Industry

    The learning objectives of the course
    You are able to identify different actors and operations in wellbeing tourism. You understand the motives of wellbeing tourists and the theme’s significance to the competitiveness of companies. You understand the concepts, phenomena and special characteristics related to responsible wellbeing tourism nationally and internationally. You know the national theme-promoting strategies and development policies.
    Prerequisites and co-requisites
    You have studied tourism and understand general concepts and phenomena related to tourism. You understand how the tourism industry has developed and what it comprises in Finland and abroad.
    Course contents
    The principal contents of this course are (1) Wellbeing tourism concepts and phenomena, (2) Wellbeing tourism nationally and internationally, (3) Wellbeing tourism services, (4) Wellbeing tourism actors and customers, (5) Special characteristics and strategic emphases, (6) Ecological, economical and socio-cultural responsibility.
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2
    Assessment is based on learning objectives and is both qualitative and quantitative. Assessment is implemented by students (self-assessment), peers, and the teacher. Unless otherwise defined in the curriculum, a course accepted as completed is assessed on the following five-step scale:

    The course assessment is Fail (0) if the student fails to achieve the minimum learning objectives for passing the course.

    1 (Sufficient) The student can define concepts related to wellbeing tourism. You can identify multiple actors and perspectives in wellbeing tourism in global and national levels. You can point out national theme-promoting strategies and development policies.

    2 (Satisfactory) You can define concepts and special characteristics related to wellbeing tourism. You can describe multiple actors, customers and perspectives in wellbeing tourism in global and national levels. You can explain and give examples of national theme-promoting strategies and development policies.
    Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4
    3 (Good) You define and explain concepts and special characteristics related to wellbeing tourism. You examine multiple actors, customers and perspectives in wellbeing tourism in global and national levels. You can evaluate responsible wellbeing tourism. You discuss the national theme-promoting strategies and development policies.

    4 (Very Good) You analyze concepts and special characteristics related to wellbeing tourism. You discuss and compare multiple perspectives in wellbeing tourism in global and national levels. You evaluate the responsibility of wellbeing tourism actors, services and operations. You examine national theme-promoting strategies and development policies.
    Assessment criteria - grade 5
    5 (Excellent) You show analytical examination of concepts and special characteristics related to wellbeing tourism. You are able to critically evaluate and discuss multiple perspectives in wellbeing tourism in global and national levels. You discuss the responsibility dimensions related to wellbeing tourism actors, services and operations. You examine and compare national theme-promoting strategies and development policies.
    Language of instruction

    English

    Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

    Online lectures/ video recordings
    Independent reading materials and information search
    Online discussions
    Versatile independent assignments (eg. quiz, written text)

    Learning materials and recommended literature

    Global Wellness Tourism Economy Report. Global Wellness Institute. (latest e-report)
    Grénman, M. & Räikkönen, J. 2015. Well-being and wellness tourism – Same, same but different? Conceptual discussions and empirical evidence.
    Konu, H. 2010. Identifying potential wellbeing tourism segments in Finland. Tourism Review, 65, 2, 41-51.
    Smith, M. & Diekman, A. 2017. Tourism and wellbeing. Annals of Tourism Research, 66, 1–13.
    Tuohino, H., Björk, P. & Konu, H. 2011. Wellbeing Tourism in Finland: Finland as a competitive wellbeing tourism destination. University of Eastern Finland. (e-report)

    Lecturer(s)

    Susanna Riekkinen

    Working life cooperation

    Possible case work provided by wellbeing tourism companies.

    Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

    No exam

    Internationality

    Case examples and assignments with both national and global perspective.

    Timing

    13.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

    Learning assignments and student workload

    Distance learning (total 135h)
    Online lectures and videos 30h
    Reading material 20h
    Assignments and information search 85h

    Enrollment

    01.11.2022 - 17.02.2023

    Content scheduling

    Assignments have a recommended schedule.
    Latest deadline for all assignments is at the end of the course.
    No webinars that require attendance at a given time.

    Groups
    • ZJA23KM
    • ZJK23KM
    • MTM21S1
    • ZJAMTM22S1
    • MRE19SA
    • MTM20S1
    • MRE19S1M
    • MTM22S1
    • MTM22VS
    • MRE19SB
    • MTM23VK
    Seats

    0 - 60

    Assessment methods

    All assignments are assessed as approved-failed. Half-time feedback is provided by teacher if assignments are returned by the recommended schedule.

    CampusOnline: 20
    Avoin AMK (Open UAS) 5
    Exchange students: 15

    Degree Programme

    Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management

    Mode of delivery

    Online learning

    Share of virtual studies

    5 cr

    Credits
    • 5 cr
    Unit

    School of Business