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Minor content
The module combines practice and theory and focuses on the development of entrepreneurial skills and competencies. Under the supervision of certified outdoor instructors, you learn about organizing and carrying out outdoor activities and tours. As part of the assessment, you develop sustainable adventure products and innovative operational strategies. In addition, leadership, as well as individual and group development form central themes of the programme.
What do I learn?
You learn to design, manage and evaluate an outdoor, adventure-themed activity as well as what it takes to be “adventurous”. You have plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself mentally and physically. By meeting and working with experts and professionals from the industry, you get a clear picture of what is happening behind the scenes and what is required from you as a future professional.
In short, you will gain new knowledge about the field which enables you to grow and make progress in your personal and professional development.
This minor is offered by Tourism Management.
Structure of the minor
The module Learning Outcome is: The student can demonstrate general knowledge of entrepreneurship and tour operating within the outdoor and adventure business in order to design and manage an outdoor, adventure-themed activity. This module consists of a theoretical and a practical part. You will get insight into theoretical issues, applied to authentic situations. You will also learn the practical side by organising and participating in different activities in Leeuwarden and in the Belgian Ardennes (a week-long field trip)