SUMMER SCHOOL 2015 UNDERSTANDING THE MAJOR CHALLENGES OF BUSINESS AND TOURISM INDUSTRY IN EUROPE COURSE PROGRAM Highlights: • • Earn 6 US or 12 ECTS credit hours in an attractive short term program Enjoy discovering a dynamic economic region with an exceptional touristic attractive aspect. • Meet and exchange with key professionals during classes and corporate visits. • Acquire survival skills in French or brush up on your French. • Learn about local culture and socialize with students from all around the world Course description: Session 1 : Doing Business in Europe’ Course title Introduction to the European Union and Contemporary Issues Managing Business Operations in Europe French Instruction and Culture 22nd June – 3rd July 2015 Teacher Duration 12 H US credits 1 M. MEYNARDI 15 H 1 Béatrice DEFORCHE 12 H 1 Michel FAURE Days trips: Geneva : Turin : visit to the United Nation Palace + free time in the old city Visit to Lavazza + free time INSEEC Chambéry Campus - 12, avenue du Lac d’Annecy - Savoie Techno lac - 73381 Le Bourget du Lac Cedex - France Tél : +33 (0)479 253 351 - Fax : +33 (0)479 253 354 - inseec-alpes.com Session 2: understanding Tourism Industry in Europe’ Course title Trends in the European Tourism Industry 6th July – 17th July 2015 Teacher Dustin Duration 12 H US credits 1 Dustin 15 H 1 Béatrice DEFORCHE 12 H 1 Effective Project Management. French Instruction And Culture. Day trips : Chamonix Cable car to the Brevent + free time INSEEC Chambéry Campus - 12, avenue du Lac d’Annecy - Savoie Techno lac - 73381 Le Bourget du Lac Cedex - France Tél : +33 (0)479 253 351 - Fax : +33 (0)479 253 354 - inseec-alpes.com Subject : Introduction to the European Union and Contemporary Issues in Europe Professor : Michel Faure Contact : Michel Faure [email protected] Objectives : Give a general idea of Europe’s organization and its socio-economic roles. Understand business stakes in Europe through various professional experiences. Syllabus : 1. Europe’s history and geography 2. Europe’s economy and society in general + some examples of European countries a) The institutions b) The Euro zone c) Economic exchange within Europe d) Economic exchange between Europe and the rest of the world 3. Work environment in Europe a) The industrial sector with a focus on food, cosmetic and pharma-biotech industries b) Companies’ strategies c) Sales experiences in multinational companies and small/medium-size enterprises d) Business approach and practices towards European customers 4. Debate on the future of Europe - business perspectives and work opportunities Bibliography : (to be determined) Evaluation method : Final exam: multiple choice questionnaire and small group case study INSEEC Chambéry Campus - 12, avenue du Lac d’Annecy - Savoie Techno lac - 73381 Le Bourget du Lac Cedex - France Tél : +33 (0)479 253 351 - Fax : +33 (0)479 253 354 - inseec-alpes.com Contact : Professor : Subject : Marc Meynardi Managing Business Operations in Europe Objectives : In view of managing and succeeding an M&A in the EU, this course gives in-depth understanding of the European Union mechanisms and economic environment. It provides the students with the tools to know the 4 European zones, their strengths and weaknesses, their cultural features, and their strategic opportunities for foreign investors. Syllabus : course schedule and detailed content of each session: Introduction to Europe 1. The major characteristics of the European Union Governance Governing bodies and interactions Economy: A challenging situation 2. European M&A analysis Strengths and weaknesses of European economies Analysis of Southern, Northern, Eastern and Western Europe M&A in Europe Policy and incentive 3. Intercultural management Europe cultural features The Hofstede cultural theory and the cultural insights. Intercultural management Dealing with local team. Teaching methods: Lectures, movie, case studies, live example met by M. Meynardi Bibliography : Dennis Campbell, "Mergers and Acquisitions in Europe: Selected Issues and Jurisdictions" Kluwer Law International, 2011 Eamonn Figleton, "In the jaws of the dragon: America’s fate in the coming era of Chinese dominance", Thomas Dunne Books/St. Martin’s Press, 2008 Hans Jakob Roth, "Managing China", Hans Jakob Roth Publishing, 2007. Marc Meynardi, Bien communiquer avec vos interlocuteurs chinois, AFNOR, 2010, Marc Meynardi, Réussir vos négociations en Chine, AFNOR 2011 http://ec.europa.eu/economy_finance/index_en.htm Evaluation method : 100% Final exam Professor : INSEEC Chambéry Campus - 12, avenue du Lac d’Annecy - Savoie Techno lac - 73381 Le Bourget du Lac Cedex - France Tél : +33 (0)479 253 351 - Fax : +33 (0)479 253 354 - inseec-alpes.com Subject : European Trends in the Tourism Industry Dustin Mc Eldowney Contact : [email protected] Objectives : This course will further advance the students’ knowledge of trends within the tourism industry with an emphasis on Europe. Students will learn to appreciate the links between trends and foreseeable changes in the tourist population. Studies will cover destination development, trending destinations in Europe such as resorts, winter and summer sport(s), outdoor recreation and heritage attractions. At the conclusion of this course, students will have acquired a greater insight into the unique aspects of travel and tourism in Europe in order to become more effective practitioners. Syllabus : Insight into emerging trends in tourism. Types of tourists: Tourist, traveler and excursionist. Determinants and motivators of tourism demand. Explain the unique challenges of tourism and hospitality in Europe. Present an understanding of the historical developments in travel and tourism in the region. Provide students with an understanding of the environmental, socio-cultural, and economic impacts of travel and tourism. Classes will consist of lectures and case studies. Bibliography : European Tourism 2014 - Trends & Prospects (Q2-2014) -- Quarterly Report (Q2/2014) European Travel Commission (ETC) Trends in European Tourism Planning and Organisation - by Carlos Costa , Emese Panyik, Dimitrios Buhalis Evaluation method : TBA INSEEC Chambéry Campus - 12, avenue du Lac d’Annecy - Savoie Techno lac - 73381 Le Bourget du Lac Cedex - France Tél : +33 (0)479 253 351 - Fax : +33 (0)479 253 354 - inseec-alpes.com Subject : Effective Project Management in Tourism Professor : Dustin Mc Eldowney Contact : [email protected] Objectives : The aim of this course is to develop a graduate that has sound knowledge of tourism and project management so that tourism projects can be well managed and meets the intended mission goals. Students will learn to formulate responses and actions to industry challenges, develop solutions to address problems Acquire successful strategizing skills for destinations, companies, trade organizations, and governmental agencies from the tourism sector. Syllabus : • • • • • • Recognize the ultimate goal of the project(s). Explain the range of guidance and a realistic timetable (project plan that covers deadlines, budget, etc.). Learn to cultivate, manage and collaborate with a multidimensional project team. Acquire insight into best practices of successful project managers: communication, team building, effective monitoring and analysis. Students will gain knowledge of information sources, research tools and methods of analysis. Develop time management tools to design a coherent and comprehensive project schedule. Classes will consist of lectures and case studies. Bibliography : Successful Project Management – Jack Gido Strategic Management in the International Hospitality and Tourism Industry - Levent Altinay Evaluation method : TBA INSEEC Chambéry Campus - 12, avenue du Lac d’Annecy - Savoie Techno lac - 73381 Le Bourget du Lac Cedex - France Tél : +33 (0)479 253 351 - Fax : +33 (0)479 253 354 - inseec-alpes.com Professor : Béatrice DEFORCHE Subject : French Contact : [email protected] Objectives: This course will enable students to start or improve their language skills in French. It is specifically designed to help them acquire basic language abilities and essential communicative skills according to their level. Students will be taking a test on the first day of the course to assess their level. Teaching method: in class, emphasis is placed on oral practice and interactive learning activities in a real life approach to the language. It will include simple routine tasks, common polite phrases and exchange of information in order to help students develop their communication skills in daily life situations. We will work in pairs and use role playing activities as well as authentic documents to help you survive and experience relationships in the new culture. Syllabus : Systematic vocabulary work and practice of common expressions in everyday situations and short dialogues. • Greetings and introductions • Meeting people and asking basic questions • Making invitations/ Making a date • Saying what you like and dislike. • Asking and indicating a direction • Situational dialogues in a shop, in a bar, in a restaurant, at the station Grammar • Genders, days, months, seasons, numbers, time, reg. and irreg. verbs model verbs. • Basic tenses : present, past and future; • Basic questions and negations. • Comparisons, possessive forms • Pronouns. Integrated pronunciation work. Bibliography : 1. Ch. Andant, A propos cahier d’exercices, PUG 2009 2. M. Grégoire, Grammaire progressive du français niveau débutants, nouvelle édition, CLE international 2011 3. R. Mérieux, Y.Loiseau, Latitudes 1 Didier, 2009 4. S.Schein R. Mimran S. Poisson : Zénith A1, CLE International, 2013 5. B. Tauzin et A L. Dubois, Objectif Express le monde professionnel en français, Hachette, 2006 6. TV5 Monde 7. Presse : mon petit quotidien Sites : jeFrench.com ; www.lepointd fle.net ; bonjour de France ; françaisfacile.com, Babylone, etc Evaluation method : 50% oral participation + 50% listening comprehension and written test. INSEEC Chambéry Campus - 12, avenue du Lac d’Annecy - Savoie Techno lac - 73381 Le Bourget du Lac Cedex - France Tél : +33 (0)479 253 351 - Fax : +33 (0)479 253 354 - inseec-alpes.com INSEEC Chambéry Campus - 12, avenue du Lac d’Annecy - Savoie Techno lac - 73381 Le Bourget du Lac Cedex - France Tél : +33 (0)479 253 351 - Fax : +33 (0)479 253 354 - inseec-alpes.com
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