QUESTION 1

Tourism gives rise to different benefits and costs and the nature and scope of economic impacts tend to depend on geography and socioeconomic structures

(a) Using examples, critically discuss the economic impacts of tourism

(b) Explain why the geography and socioeconomic structures have shown contrasting impacts on some economies

QUESTION 2

The synergy between the public and private sectors has been a major force in stimulating tourism competitiveness in a number of countries at national, state/ regional and local levels and the development of tourism is best possible if created jointly by government and private sector with private sector as dominant partner

(a) Critically discuss and analyse the above statement using relevant examples to illustrate your answer

(b) How should the public sector be involved in tourism?

QUESTION 3

Socio-cultural impacts of tourism are difficult to assess, but are often more important that other types of tourism impacts. Critically evaluate this statement

QUESTION 4

Corporate Social Responsibility is growing in profile in the tourism sector. Discuss the concept of corporate social responsibility and using examples, critically explain its role in tourism

QUESTION 5

What are the challenges facing small island developing states to develop their tourism sector?

QUESTION 6

Discuss the key issues facing the accommodation sector and their likely impact in the future