An introduction to the tourism industry and its role in the economy: it's scale and impact, major sectors, tourism products in B.C., development potential, language and terminology, industry structure and organization, major world travel routes, prime tourism attractions in Western Canada, revenue and costs in various sectors, and case studies explaining the various sectors in tourism. Students will learn key legal issues in the industry, and will identify educational and professional career path opportunities in various industry sectors in the province. Students will complete a research project related to trends and sectors within the tourism industry.