Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/22/04
GAM223 19972-20045	LAB	3 Credit(s)	21 Period(s)
Hospitality Field Study/U.S.
Guided field trip featuring tours of casinos, racetracks, entertainment complexes and hospitality facilities within the United States. Focuses on facility design and layout, meetings with industry executives, study of management operations and analysis of marketing strategies. Examines consumer behavior and guest relations. Includes lectures, discussion, and supervised group tours. Prerequisites: Permission of division/department. Must meet age requirements.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
GAM223   19972-20045	Hospitality Field Study/U.S.

1.	Compare and contrast gambling laws and casino regulations within selected legal jurisdictions.
2.	Describe and evaluate marketing techniques and communication strategies used in a variety of gaming and hospitality organizations.
3.	Identify and describe similarities and differences in facility layout and design in selected hospitality and gaming operations.
4.	Analyze cultural diversity issues related to consumer behavior and guest relations strategies within a variety of hospitality environments.
5.	Identify and describe management policies and procedures in selected hospitality and gaming operations.

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
GAM223   19972-20045	Hospitality Field Study/U.S.

I. Specific content of the course will vary based on the areas, State, and hospitality organizations selected for study.

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