Wellbeing Tourism (independent online) (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

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.

Objective

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 Learning objectives 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.

Content

- Wellbeing tourism concepts and phenomena - Wellbeing tourism nationally and internationally - Wellbeing tourism services - Wellbeing tourism actors and customers - Special characteristics and strategic emphases - Ecological, economical and socio-cultural responsibility.

Location and time

Online-implementation

Materials

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) Tourism strategies

Teaching methods

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

Employer connections

Possible case work provided by wellbeing tourism companies. Case examples from the field.

Exam schedules

No exam

International connections

Case examples and assignments with both national and global perspective.

Completion alternatives

You have the right to apply for recognition of your studies if you have prior learning (e.g. university studies completed elsewhere) that can be accredited towards the degree you are currently completing. The recognition of prior learning is possible in three primary ways: accreditation (replacement or inclusion), recognition of informal learning and studification. More precise info: JAMK Degree Regulations, section 17.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. Estimated workload: Online lectures and videos 30h Reading material 20h Assignments and information search 85h

Qualifications

Basics in responsible tourism