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Innovate, Create, and Get to the Market: Ingenious Solutions in Tourist Industry.

Innovate, Create, and Get to the Market: Ingenious Solutions in Tourist Industry.

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Our challenge

Tourist industry is in constant need for novel solutions, innovative products, personalized services, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies. Through establishing a virtual Travel Agency, being familiarized with travel branch specifics, financial and investment issues, as well as through immersive experiences and iterative rounds of simulations, participants in this course will be exposed to real-world scenarios and will, therefore, get practical insight into the world of marketing, finances, management, and innovation in economy and tourism. Through realistic decisions made during the virtual gameplay and delving into the nuances of marketing strategies tailored to the tourism sector, they will acquire managerial knowledge and skills necessary in the tourist sector. The course specifically provides invaluable insights into financial management. Participants will learn how to analyze investment opportunities, manage budgets, and navigate economic fluctuations that impact the profitability of a travel business and drive sustainable growth and profitability.

The Team

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Sebastian Bakalarczyk
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Agnieszka Pietras
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Iwona Staniec
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Robert Stanisławski
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19 learners
Study format
Online
Application period
1 March – 2 April 2024
Study period
15 April – 30 June 2024
Credits
6 ECTS
Pace
25%
Hosting university
Lodz University of Technology
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Learning outcomes

Aquire and use knowledge about business management.

Aquire knowledge about business management and use this knowledge to make informed decisions that promote developing and implementing adequate solution(s).

ESCO SKILLS

Solve problems with innovative thinking skills.

Demonstrate innovative thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, by solving a real-world challenge.

ESCO SKILLS

Collaborate in multicultural teams.

Collaborate effectively in a multicultural team and be aware of the pitfalls in team dynamics.

ESCO SKILLS

Present solutions to problems.

Present the created solution(s).

ESCO SKILLS

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The establishment of a virtual Travel Agency serves as a dynamic platform for individuals to gain practical insight into the multifaceted world of tourism. By immersing themselves in simulated environments and embracing innovative approaches, participants emerge equipped with the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving industry landscape.This learning opportunity, conducted by the Faculty of Organization and Management of the Lodz University of Technology, enables students to take part in remote synchronous and asynchronous classes. Students will get an opportunity to learn in a realistic environment with hands-on practice on problem solving skills, for which they will receive a certificate of participation, 6 ECTS credits, and a computer simulation certification from a partner company - REVAS.  

During the challenge, students will be introduced to various active learning and teaching methods, Miro, Wikamp Port (Lodz University of Technology computer platform), and the specifics of computer simulations. They will cooperate in project teams comprising around 3/4/5 people. The challenge ends with final presentations of the achieved outcomes. Impact is placed on communication, feedback, peer learning, and self-development. 

This challenge is aimed at students of business faculties, those interested in the topic of company management and synchronous/asynchronous learning through computer simulations.

Hosting university

Lodz University of Technology

Lodz University of Technology

Challenge providers

Rainbow Tours
Revas