HM302 - World Geography and Destination Syllabus

Republic of the Philippines FOUNDED 1907 Republic Act 9299
NEGROS ORIENTAL STATE UNIVERSITY

Dumaguete, Bais, Guihulngan, Mabinay, Pamplona, Siaton and Bayawan-Sta. Catalina
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISRATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT SYLLABUS
Course Code HM 302 Course Title World Geography and Destinations

Credit Units 3 units Time Duration 3 hours per week
Program Placement 1st Sem Prerequisite
A. Course Description This course presents a comprehensive survey of the tourist destination in the world. Major discussions will be on international
documentation, visa requirements, health and safety issues, geographical characteristics, access routes, major attractions,
gastronomy and distinctive cultural attributes of major tourist destination countries, international organizations relating to tourism and
their major functions.
B. Course Objectives At the end of the semester, the student will be able to:
Knowledge Analyzes situation, identifies problems, formulate solutions and implements corrective and/or mitigating measures and action.
Skills/Abilities Undertakes task, functions, duties and activities in the operation of the hotels, restaurants, travel, government and non-government
agencies in accordance with the competency standards.
Values/ Attitudes Performs work activities, effectively and efficiently to the standards expected in the operation required in the tourism
Industry/hospitality sectors.
Competency Competencies (cmo 30. S 2006)
Standards/ 1. Resources: identifies goal-relevant activities, ranks them, allocates resources
Program 2. Interpersonal: works with others.
Outcomes 3. Information: acquires and evaluates information
4. System: understands complex interrelationships
Prepared By: Reviewed By: Approved By:
CECILLE MAE T. AGUADERA ROSEMARIE T. PINILI, Ed.D., Ph.D.

(Signature Over PRINTED Name) (Signature Over PRINTED Name) DR. RECTO S. REYES BBA Vice President, Academic Affairs
Instructor Department Head/ Program Coordinator School/College Dean Effective Date:___________________
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5. Technology: works with a variety of technologies

C. Course Outline and Timeframe
Week Topic
1 NORSU Preliminaries: NORSU Vision and Mission, College Goals, Program Objectives/Course Competency
2 Map and Basic Map reading
3 Principles of Geography and Basic Terms
4 World Tourism Geography
5 World Tourism Rankings – Update/ International Tourism Destinations
6 Continents and Countries
7 Midterm Examination
8 Spain
9 Saudi Arabia
10 South Korea
11 France
12 Canada
13 Thailand
14 Japan
15 United States of America
16 Final Examination
D. Required Reading



1. Internet Google search; youtube and other media

E. Suggested Readings and References
1. Internet Google search; youtube and others media
At the end of semester, the learners are to comply the requirements on:
F. Course Requirements 1. Attendance
2. Assignments
3. Class Participations
4. Quizzes
5. Student presentations, actual performances, and other class outputs
6. Major Exams: Midterms & Finals
7. Field Trip & Educational Tour
G. Grading System Evaluation Criteria:
Mid-Term Finals
Comprehensive Exam (Midterm/Final) 30% 30%
Quizzes and related activities 30% 30%
Class Participation, Project and Assignments 30% 30%
Attendance 10% 10%
TOTAL 100% 100%
Computation of the Final Grade:
Mid- term Grade 50%



Final-term Grade 50%

100%
Passing grade is 75% with 80% general percentage average grade retention in the program
Teacher’s Expectations/ Learning Activities:
H. Classroom Policies 1. Attendance
Class attendance during our assigned schedule is expected. If you are unable to attend due to circumstances beyond your control,
please submit an excuse letter signed by your parent/guardian, duly noted by your Dean. You are expected to come to class on time.
Two “lates” equal one absence.
2. Assignments
Assignments are given you the opportunity to apply practice the exercises taken up in class. Take every effort to do the assignment
yourself even if you discuss your completed assignment with your classmates. Assignments submitted late will not be counted.
3. Class Participation
By participating in class discussions, you are able to ask questions, clarify certain concepts you read from books, or share your views
on certain issues. It helps you overcome “stage fright” and builds self-confidence. You are expected to recite at least five (5) times
within the semester.
4. Quizzes, chapter Tests and Long Examinations
Quizzes may be announced or unannounced, so you are expected to prepare for every meeting. There will be a chapter test at the end
of each chapter or, if the chapter is long, the class may opt to take a mid-chapter test. Long examinations cover the mid-term and final
examinations.
5. Student Conduct
You are expected to follow the code of honor in taking examinations. Cheating in whatever form is absolutely not allowed and violators



will be given an automatic failing grade for the said examination. For more information, please read the Student Handbook.
6. Use of Electronic Gadgets during class time
Cell phones and other electronic gadgets should be turned on their silent mode upon entering the classroom. Students are not
allowed to text or entertain calls inside the classroom.
Cecille Mae T. Aguadera
I. Consultation Hours Part- time Instructor
Consultation Time: TTH 4:00 pm – 5:30 PM
Contact No.: 09059524231
E-mail Address: Aguaces30@gmail.com
HM302 – World Geography and Destination

Learning Plan
Course Code TOUR 302 Course Title World Geography and Destination
Credit Units 3 units Time Duration 3 hours per week



Program Placement 1st Sem Prerequisite
Resources (Material
Teaching and Learning Activities Assessment Task
Content / Topic Desired Learning Outcome (DLOs) and Readings)
(TLAs) (ATs)
School and Course Orientation a. Discuss the philosophy, vision, Lecture on the Philosophy, Vision and MGO’s Student Manual Quizzes
mission, goals, and objectives of: of NORSU and TM
* NORSU Graded Recitation
* CBA Reporting on the VMGO’s of NORSU and TM
* TM
b. Explain the meaning of the Brainstorming
various philosophies, vision and
MGO’s.
What are the implications of these Visions
c. Discuss the implication of the and MGO’s to the total development of the
MGO’s to the course and educational human being?
system as a whole.
d. Measure the extent of student’s
knowledge regarding the philosophy,
visions, and the MGO’s.



e. Realize the importance of the

philosophy, visions, and MGO’s to the
development of the human being.
 Map and Basic Map  Familiarize the basic information of Research Power point Quizzes
Reading a map presentation Graded Recitation
 Identify the basic information of a Lecture
map.
 Explain the function or purpose of Discussion
each part of the map.
 Learn and recognize common map
symbols
 Principles of Geography and 
Basic Terms
  Familiarize the geographical location
of the country. Research Handouts Quizzes
 Learn the basic facts of a country.
 Learn the different sight and sounds Reporting Graded Recitation
Powerpoint
of the different countries.
Lecture Presentation
 Understand the different cultural traits
of each country. Discussion



 Name at least 5 tourist destinations in

each country.
 Familiarize the geographical location Research Handouts Quizzes

of the country.
Reporting Graded Recitation
 Learn the basic facts of a country.
Powerpoint
 Learn the different sight and sounds Lecture Presentation
of the different countries.
 Understand the different cultural traits Discussion
of each country.
each country.



Research Handouts
 Familiarize the geographical location Quizzes
of the country. Reporting
 Learn the basic facts of a country. Graded Recitation
 Learn the different sight and sounds Lecture Powerpoint
of the different countries. Presentation
 Understand the different cultural traits Discussion
of each country.
each country.
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Republic of the Philippines FOUNDED 1907 Republic Act 9299

NEGROS ORIENTAL STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISRATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT SYLLABUS

Course Code HM 302 Course Title World Geography and Destinations

CECILLE MAE T. AGUADERA ROSEMARIE T. PINILI, Ed.D., Ph.D.

NEGROS ORIENTAL STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISRATION

5. Technology: works with a variety of technologies

CECILLE MAE T. AGUADERA ROSEMARIE T. PINILI, Ed.D., Ph.D.

NEGROS ORIENTAL STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISRATION

1. Internet Google search; youtube and other media

Prepared By: Reviewed By: Approved By:

CECILLE MAE T. AGUADERA ROSEMARIE T. PINILI, Ed.D., Ph.D.

NEGROS ORIENTAL STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISRATION

Final-term Grade 50%

Prepared By: Reviewed By: Approved By:

CECILLE MAE T. AGUADERA ROSEMARIE T. PINILI, Ed.D., Ph.D.

NEGROS ORIENTAL STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISRATION