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Since its founding in 1998, the IU International University of Applied Sciences has developed into the largest private university for online and dual study programs in Europe. We offer more than 80 career-oriented bachelor and master programs in various disciplines. These English and German language programs are all accredited and state-recognized. As a pioneer in digital education, we continuously improve the learning experience of our students with the help of innovative technologies and consistently focus on their satisfaction. Through our employees’ entrepreneurial mindset we continue to achieve our ambitious goals and high growth rate of more than 50 percent. 

 
Course Title: Distribution in Hospitality and Tourism
Study Programme: Bachelor Hospitality Management, Distance Learning
Language: English  
 

Course Content

  • Basics of Distribution in Hospitality and Tourism

  • Distribution and Consumer Perception

  • Personal Selling and Sales Techniques

  • The Negotiation Process

  • Online and Mobile Distribution Channels

  • Structure, Modules and Functions of GDS, CRS and Distribution-Related Back-Office Systems

  • Distribution and Social Media

  • Trends in Hospitality Distribution

  • Trends in Tourism Distribution

What We Offer

  • Remote and freelance contract  

  • Ability to develop your academic writing  

  • Guidelines and support from internal departments 

  • Opportunities to work on similar future projects 

Your Responsibilities

  • Creating a course book and reading list (130-180 pages) from an existing module description  

  • Creating various assessment types  

Your Profile

  • A completed academic degree and profile (Master or PhD) related to the subject area  

  • Industry experience and/or previous experience developing course materials is advantageous 
     

For your application to be considered please submit the following documents (in English and in a single .pdf file):  

  • Tailored CV and Cover Letter (including your earliest start date) 

  • An independent writing sample (3-5 pages) related to one of the topics listed under ‘Course Content’  

  • Academic Transcripts  
     

We look forward to receiving your application.   
   
For questions please contact Mrs Emina Masic (emina.masic@iu.org). Please note that we cannot accept applications via email.    
   
For further information please visit https://www.iu-careers.com/ or https://www.iu.de/en/  

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