Courses
Tourism, Conventions, and Event Management
- TCEM G 100 Introduction to the Tourism Industry (3 cr.)
Introduces the various components of the tourism, events, and hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on exploring such areas as service, food and beverage operations, lodging, hospitality, events and attractions. Students are exposed to different career opportunities available within the diverse scope of the industry.
- TCEM H 191 Sanitation and Health in Food Service, Lodging and Tourism (3 cr.) The application of sanitary and public health engineering principles to food service and lodging operations.
- TCEM E 210 Special Event Management (3 cr.)
Explores in depth the planning for a myriad of social events such as themed parties, weddings, balls, fundraiser recognition and entertainment events. Experiential learning via event volunteer work is a component of this course.
- TCEM H 218 Wines of the World (3 cr.)
Discover, appreciate, and use fine wines at the personal or professional level. Wines will be explored alone and in food pairings.
- TCEM T 234 Cultural Heritage Tourism (3 cr.)
Analyzes the integration of visitor interests/needs and the protection of cultural and heritage resources. Elements examined include the various cultural and heritage assets operable as tourism attractions in addition to the link between quality cultural heritage tourism and community development. Emphasis is placed on Indiana cultural and heritage tourism.
- TCEM G 299 Special Topics in Tourism (3 cr.)
Investigates tourism trends and themes. Students will be immersed in topics via experiential learning, case study analysis, independent study, and/or service learning.
- TCEM C 301 Career and Leadership Principles (3 cr.)
Focuses on the necessary skills and tools for success in an internship setting as well as principles of career preparation including resumes and interviewing. Examines and practices principles of leadership, teamwork, problem solving, conflict resolution and ethical behavior in the context of the workplace, career development and citizenship.
- TCEM G 302 Independent Study in Tourism (3 cr.)
Industry of research project to be arranged between a student and faculty member geared to individual needs, interests, aptitudes and desired outcomes. Plans and project outcomes must be approved by an appropriate faculty.
- TCEM T 307 Tourism Marketing and Sales (3 cr.)
Expands on the process of developing marketing and sales strategies for the tourism industry. Focus includes integrated marketing and the sales process.
- TCEM H 308 Western European Wines (3 cr.)
Reach greater heights of wine comprehension by exploring the tastes and history of Western European wines.
- TCEM G 315 Economics of Tourism and Events (3 cr.)
Analyzes macro and micro economic concepts as they apply to the production, distribution, and comsumption of tourism-related goods and services. Topics include tourism demand, competition among tourism suppliers, and benefits and costs of tourism development.
- TCEM T 319 Sports Tourism Development (3 cr.)
Examines the relationship between sport and tourism phenomena with regard to community and business growth. Paradigms of experience, historical development, globalization, mobility, sustainability, culture, identity, current practices in sport tourism marketing and operations are core components of this course.
- TCEM H 318 Beer, Wine and Spirits Management (3 cr.)
Learn the business of wine, beer and spirits management and apply this knowledge to practical use in the food and beverage service and retail industries.
- TCEM H 328 Beers of the World (3 cr.)
Explore the world's great beer styles, including imports and craft beers, as well as beer flavors and off-flavors, the brewing process, ingredients, history, beer and food pairing, competitions, judging and more. Sampling and field trips will be required. Students will also be prepared to take the Certified CiceroneR exam.
- TCEM T 329 Tourism Sports Marketing (3 cr.)
Analyzes the use of marketing principles in the context of sport tourism and events.
- TCEM H 371 Convention Sales and Service (3 cr.)
Explores convention and facility sales and service. Considers meetings and events pre-planning through post event evaluation from the supplies perspective. Topics include marketing and advertising a facility property, organizing a sales staff, selling to different markets and contract/legal issues.
- TCEM E 377 Exhibit Marketing (3 cr.)
Leads students through every phase of exhibit marketing, from the initial planning stage to implementation and post-show follow-up.
- TCEM T 382 Travel Trends and Destinations (3 cr.) Develops an understanding of the patterns, principles and management of international travel to popular tourist destinations.
- TCEM H 385 Spirits of the World (3 cr.)
Examine a historical, social and business perspective of spirits, and practical experience including product and industry knowledge. Gain an appreciation of each category of spirits both on their own and when paired with food.
- TCEM E 404 Event Production (3 cr.)
Focuses on the creation, management and execution of events. Students will design an event concept and produce the event.
- TCEM C 401 TCEM Internship (3 cr.)
Provides an immersive, hands-on learning experience in the tourism industry. This independent study course offers opportunities to prepare students for a career in the industry.
- TCEM H 408 Food and Wine Pairing (3 cr.) Appreciate the subtleties, the nuaces, and sheer enjoyment of proper food and wine combinations.
- TCEM G 410 Tourism Research (3 cr.)
Examines the process of research planning and development with emphasis on goal achievement for tourism and communities. Includes the identification of tourism research problems and application of literature review, data collection, analysis techniques and interpretation.
- TCEM E 471 International Meeting Planning (3 cr.)
Explores the organization and production of international corporate business meetings, seminars, incentive trips and customer events using innovative and cost-effective programs that address changing business needs.
- TCEM G 472 Global Tourism Seminar (3 cr.)
Provides an international perspective on the key issues facing tourism in the global environment. Includes critical examination of the meaning and scope of tourism; niche tourism markets; environmental, socio-cultural and economic impacts of tourism; political role in tourism; tourism growth management; and tourism trends.
- TCEM G 499 Event Tourism Analysis (3 cr.)
Develops skills in analyzing organizational challenges, formulating and selecting alternatives, and identifying issues inherent in strategy implementation within the event tourism industry.
- TCEM E 219 Management of Sports Events (3 cr.)
Surveys sport event planning on the amateur and professional levels. Discussions and studies entail site selection, logistics, personnel, marketing, economics, and legalities of hosting an event.
- TCEM G 309 Cruise Line Management (3 cr.)
Introduces the cruise line industry and investigates the skills needed to begin a productive career in the specialized travel segment.
- TCEM G 412 Tourism Management Principles (3 cr.)
Builds upon the foundation of management through analysis and application in the tourism industry. Topics include strategic planning, risk management, international business and entrepreneurship. Students will examine principles of non-profit management, social responsibility and effective management of the workforce.
- TCEM E 477 Non Profit Meeting Management (3 cr.)
Focuses on basic aspects and skills involved in planning and managing non-profit meetings and conventions. Examines sequences of events from the conceptual state of the first meeting plan through completion of the event.
- TCEM T 483 Ecotourism (3 cr.)
Introduces students to the history, principles, marketing, planning and management of ecotourism activities and development which promotes environmental awareness and adds economic benefits.
- TCEM C 387 TCEM Internship (3 cr.)
Provides an immersive, hands-on learning experience in the tourism industry. This independent study course offers opportunities to prepare students for a career in the industry.
- TCEM E 104 Principles of Event Management (3 cr.)
Provides an introductory approach to planning and organizing events. Focus is on the operational principles of for-profit and non-profit event types, including sporting, cultural, social, and business.
- TCEM H 105 Lodging Management and Operations (3 cr.)
Explores the operations and management of lodging facilities. Topics include type of property, revenue management, and guest services focused on meeting guests' needs and maximizing occupancy. Discussion includes special forms of lodging, such as bed and breakfast facilities, vacation ownerships and resorts.
- TCEM T 107 Tourism Planning and Development (3 cr.)
Introduces students to tourism attractions and destination management organizations (DMOs). Focus will include management, marketing, and product development of DMOs including convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) and state tourism offices.
- TCEM G 110 TCEM Learning Community (3 cr.)
Provides students with a comprehensive introduction to IUPUI. Topics will focus on skills essential for success, including resources of the university, school and department, academic planning, discipline-based learning, skill-based learning, service learning and critical reflection.
- TCEM H 205 Facilities Operations (3 cr.)
Introduces methods of managing event facilities with a focus on client services, risk management, and event planning across multiple types of venues.
- TCEM T 207 Tourism Policy and Sustainability (3 cr.)
Examines the relationships among tourism, sustainability and development. Focuses on the development of tourism policy at local, state, national and international levels. Discusses theories of development as economic, environmental and socio-cultural concepts.
- TCEM T 208 Global Tourism Geography (3 cr.)
Explores principal geographic features, population centers and attractions including travel destinations across the world.
