New Book By Dr Philip Long: Tourism and the Creative Industries: Theories, policies and practice

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New Book By Dr Philip Long and Nigel D. Morpeth (eds): Tourism and the Creative Industries: Theories, policies and practice   May 2016 

Series: Routledge Advances in TourismTourism and the Creative Industries 2_Page_1

This book focuses on the theoretical, policy and practice linkages and disjunctures between tourism and the creative industries. There are clear and strong intersections between the sectors, for example in the development and application of new and emerging media in tourism; festivals and cultural events showcasing the creative identity of place; tours and place identities associated with film, TV, music and arts tourism; as well as particular destinations being promoted on the basis of their ‘creative’ endowments such as theatre breaks, art exhibitions and fashion shows.

Tourism and the Creative Industries explores a variety of relationships in one volume and offers innovative and critical insights into how creative industries and tourism together contribute to place identity, tourist experience, destination marketing and management. The book is aligned with the sectors that have been demarcated by the UK Government Department of Culture, Media and Sport as comprising the creative industries: advertising and marketing; architecture; design and designer fashion; film, TV, video, radio and photography; IT, software and computer services; publishing and music; performing and visual arts. The title of this volume demonstrates how the exclusion of tourism from the creative industries is arguably perverse, given that much of the work by destination managers and of private sector tourism is characterised by creativity and innovation. Interdisciplinary research and international context bring a broader perspective on how the creative industries operate in varying cultural and policy contexts in relation to tourism.

This book brings together the parallel and disparate inter-disciplinary fields of tourism and the creative industries and will be of interest to students, academics and researchers interested in tourism, creative industries, marketing and management.

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new Postgraduate loans of up to £10,000 available from September 2016

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new Postgraduate loans of up to £10,000  available from September 2016

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Postgraduate loans available from September 2016

The new loans of up to £10,000 are set to benefit many and could break down some of the financial barriers of postgraduate study. Find out more about the loan and who is eligible.

 First announced as part of the UK’s Chancellor’s 2014 Autumn Statement, these government-backed student loans were confirmed last year for Masters degrees beginning on or after 1 August 2016.

The new loans are set to benefit many and could break down some of the financial barriers of postgraduate study. And the good news doesn’t end there for BU students considering further study – we’ve got discounts (some of these apply to staff and staff family members too) and scholarships, including full fee waivers.

More about the loan and who is eligible

The postgraduate loan is non-means tested, allowing students to borrow up to £10,000 irrespective of the cost of their course. The loan will be available to those aged under 60 years old and will be paid directly to the student over three equal instalments. Students embarking on part-time study will be eligible for the loan, so long as the average annual intensity is 50% in each year (i.e. is delivered over two years) and will receive the loan split equally.

English and EU (including EEA & Switzerland) domiciled students (not including Northern Ireland, Wales or Scotland), who have normally been resident* in those countries for the last three years, studying a taught postgraduate course (full-time, part-time and distance learning), including Master’s by Research, are eligible to receive the funding.

  • English students will be funded to undertake their study, anywhere in the UK.
  • EU (including EEA & Switzerland) students will only funded to undertake study in England.

Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish students, who are normally resident* in England, and have been resident here for the last three years, will be eligible for the loan.

*Residency will be based on the last three years, but do not include periods of residency purely for the purpose of education,such as studying an undergraduate qualification. For example, a Scottish student who has lived in England for the last three years to undertake undergraduate study would not be eligible.

How will BU be handling the loan?

As the loan is paid to the student, BU will be responsible for confirming their continued studies once they have enrolled. Faculties have recently been asked to confirm the intensity for all part-time programmes, to establish which will be eligible for this loan.

Finance & Performance will allow students to pay their fees over three instalments, so long as they provide a letter or evidence that they will be in receipt of the Postgraduate Loan and complete a debit/credit card payment authority mandate ahead of online enrolment.

What about repayment?

These loans will be repaid concurrently with any undergraduate repayments at 6% of income above £21,000. A student with an existing undergraduate loan (scheme 2, post-2012) would therefore be paying 15% of their income above £21,000 on undergraduate & postgraduate loan repayments combined.

When can students apply?

Details about the application process haven’t yet been announced but applications are expected to open in June, issued by the Student Loans Company.

Details of the loan and more information about eligibility can be found at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/pg-loan

Resources & further information:

If you’d be interested in a short overview of the loans scheme and BU’s approach, please email Matthew Usher to register your interest.

Apply for Postgraduate MSc Scholarships at Bournemouth University in Tourism and Hospitality

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Apply for Postgraduate MSc Scholarships at Bournemouth University in Tourism and Hospitality 

https://www1.bournemouth.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/fees-funding/scholarships Deadline May 31st 

See webinar https://youtu.be/tv24pDnFzs0 

For more information email askbu@bournemouth.ac.uk 

JOBS in Tourism and Travel : TravelBag Sales Development Programme

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Welcome to our Sales Development Programme 2016

Starting in July 2016

Aimed at graduates/College leavers or those with some prior experience in travel sales, we are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic and determined people with a genuine passion for travel and a desire to succeed in sales. You don’t need to have first-hand experience in sales but you must have the aptitude to sell and the will to win.

This 12 month intensive development programme will provide 8-10 people with the opportunity to join our travel sales functions at various Travelbag branches throughout the UK.

Our unrivalled in-house training programme is designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge to become a confident and experienced sales professional. In return for your hard work, commitment and dedication we offer a competitive salary with a realistic OTE of £20k within the first year.

What do we do?

When Travelbag began back in 1979 we wanted to offer more than just package holidays. And that’s just one of the reasons why we’re still tailor-making holidays more than 35 years later.

We have built our enviable reputation on unrivalled expertise. We want our customers to see the world the way they want to see it and we do this by employing people with a passion for travel and a desire to ensure our customers have the holiday of their dreams.

What will you be doing?

Joining one of our retail branches in Sales throughout the UK, you will not only gain a comprehensive understanding of the Travelbag working environment, but you’ll also be given an insight into how our teams work and why our brand is so successful.

As part of our sales team you’ll be responding to the needs of our clients directly, using your fantastic aptitude for sales, whilst ensuring you deliver excellent levels of service – leaving the client in no doubt that they’re booking their holiday with the best!

What will you get?

In return for your hard work and commitment, we will offer you the opportunity to join an exciting, vibrant, fast moving business. Our unrivalled in-house training programme is designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge to become a confident and experienced sales professional.

We offer a competitive salary with a realistic OTE of £20k within the first year. Upon completion of the programme you will be given an opportunity to earn uncapped commission.

Sales Consultants will receive:

  • 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
  • The opportunity to join the company pension scheme after a qualifying period
  • Opportunity to participate in educational trips abroad subject to usual Company terms and conditions
  • Discounted travel
  • Various Company incentive schemes

Who are we looking for?

You’ll need to possess the following:

  • Degree or equivalent qualification ideally Travel related
  • Ability to communicate effectively and politely
  • An aptitude for sales and able to recognise the importance of optimising sales
  • A desire to excel and succeed
  • Enthusiasm and persuasiveness
  • A thirst for travel and exploring the world
  • Motivation and eager to learn

Apply for our Sales Development Programme

To apply, please click here.

Guest Lectures on Accessible Tourism and Health & Safety issues for Tour Operators

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Tuesday 26 April will be a busy day at the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Bournemouth University with Guest Industry Speakers

10:00-12:00 PG10 Accessible Tourism: equality and diversity and dignity and respect in Professionalism and Leadership class Dr Michael Pearn

11.00 – 13.00 Lawrence LT Angie Hills (ABTA Destination Manager) Health & Safety issues for Tour Operators.

 

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www.bournemouth.ac.uk/tourism

Behind the scenes – filming ‪#‎BUHospitality‬ ‪‎hospitality‬ ‪‎management‬‬ excellence at Bournemouth University

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Behind the scenes – filming ‪#‎BUHospitality‬ ‪hospitality‬ ‪management ‬excellence at Bournemouth University – soon to play in a screen near you …!
Working with British Hospitality Association, ITN News and Al Jazeera English’s News Anchor Julie MacDonald we are proud to showcase the innovations of our hospitality teaching and research. Was great to film at Bournemouth University and at Hilton Bournemouth Hotel with Anthony Worrall Hilton Worldwide explaining how closely we collaborate. Great pleasure in cocreating excellence.

Wanted : Graduate profiles for web site

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Dear graduate

We are very keen to develop our relationships with alumni and our graduates. I would like to include some profiles on the web site of Bournemouth University – can you please help by 

1) answering the questions bellow with 2-3 lines per question 

      1. What course did you study, when did you graduate and where are you working now?
      2. How do you feel your degree is relevant to your current job?
      3. How would you describe your course?
      4. Are there any particular aspects of your course that you feel have helped you succeed after graduating?
      5. How would you describe your BU experience overall?
      6. What advice do you have for any recent graduates looking for work?
      7. Were you involved with any extra-curricular activities while studying, and what do you think you
      8. gained from them?

2) Add a photo of you with the company logo or company on the background 

please send this to me on dbuhalis@bournemouth.ac.uk  as soon as you can 

Thank you

Professor Dimitrios Buhalis
Head of Department Tourism and Hospitality

You want to know the Bournemouth Airport Strategy ? Join Bournemouth University on Wednesday 27 April

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Wednesday 27 April Coyne Lecture Theatre 18:30-20:30
The meeting is FREE and open to Bournemouth University staff and students.

Bournemouth University is hosting the April meeting of the local (Southern Section) group of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport. Presentation will last approximately one hour followed by a question and answer session and networking with light refreshments

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The speaker andrewis Andrew Murray, Senior Planner with the Manchester Airports Group who will deliver a presentation on the Development of Bournemouth Airport as a member of the Manchester Airports Group. Andrew Murray is a Senior planner with the Manchester Airports Group and is also the Airport’s representative on ‘Connect Dorset’ a sub-committee of the Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). Since coming under the ownership of MAG there have been significant developments at the airport including a new terminal building and new airlines and routes attracted.
In peak years the airport handled over 1 million passengers. It has been an eventful year for Bournemouth International Airport. It awaits with interest the Government decision on the development of a runway at Heathrow or Gatwick and the impact that may have on airports in the region. Although 2015 was a year of passenger growth for the airport and the future looks bright there have also been some disappointments. Royal Mail has withdrawn its presence and in November 2015 the Airports third largest airline FlyBE announced its withdrawal of services after only 6 months of operation.
The Chartered Institute has a policy of holding open meetings, so students and staff are welcome. Please join us for what promises to be a fascinating presentation on the operations of our local regional airport.
Organised and Chaired by

Derek Robbins

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Derer Robbins

Chair of Southern Section
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport