This course deals with the fundamental principles, tools, and techniques of the financial operation involved in the management of business enterprises. It covers the basic framework and tools for financial analysis and financial planning and control, and introduces basic concepts and principles needed in making investment and financing decisions. Introduction to investments and personal finances are also covered in the course. Using the dual-learning approach of theory and application, each chapter and module engages the learners to explore all stages of the learning process from knowledge, analysis, evaluation, and application to preparation and development of financial plans and programs suited for a small business.
The course studies the role of the travel agency and Tour Operator in the Tourism Industry, leading to a better understanding of the trade and its internal workings, the role of each component in offering cost effective and good “value for money” products for its clients. It also includes topics such as tour products and its efficient development and marketing as well as a travel agency and tour operator’s organizations and functions. In addition to lecture classes, the students are exposed to the skills required in the travel trade, such as interpersonal and communication skills, terminologies, documentation, procedures and systems used
The Ability Factor in the Disability
The Applied Business Tools and Technology course combines theoretical and practical studies focusing on the ability to use common software applications, including word processors, spreadsheets, databases, interactive presentation software, e-mail, web browsers and website design. Students will develop a greater awareness of how applications are used in the workplace, and consider the impact of new technologies on methods of working and on social, economic, ethical and moral issues. The skills learnt will be useful to them in their work across the curriculum, and will prepare them for future employment. Assessment of the practical tests is hardware and software independent.