German in Travel and Tourism I

Paper Code: 
24SGER501
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

To impart advanced knowledge and understanding of various aspects of society and culture of the German-speaking world in order to develop advanced skills required for the Travel and Tourism sector.

 

Course Outcomes: 

CO1 – Discuss the whole working of travel and tourism industry for German speaking countries in relation with India.

CO2 – Discuss all different aspects  of travel and tourism eg. Hotel Industry, Domestic & International aviation, Visa & optimum communication effectiveness.

  CO3 – Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

12.00
Unit I: 
Unit 1: Travel & Tourism
  • Tourism in German speaking counties. Comparison with India. German tourist preferences in India. Popular tourist destinations sites, important museums and their specializations. Guided online excursions through museums.

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Unit 2: Travel & Tourism
  • Planning an itinerary by air, ship, train. National and International Airlines operating in India.

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Unit 3: Travel & Tourism
  • International travel and ticketing vocabulary, travel insurance and visa procedures. Health advisories.

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Unit 4 : Travel & Tourism
  • Hotel Industry in German speaking counties, German influence in Indian hotel industry. Important hotel chains.

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Unit 5 : Travel & Tourism

Language used in hotel industry, airports and by airlines.

Essential Readings: 

Suggested Manuals for Vocabulary:

•  Deutsch im Hotel, Valperga, E, et al., Max Hueber Verlag, Ismaning (2005).

•  Kommunikation im Tourismus, Conelson, Berlin (2005).

References: 

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Academic Year: 
2024-25
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