Special Topics Assignment
Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is for students to examine and analyze economic and social, multi-cultural issues and their impacts upon managerial practice in the global hospitality industry
Question 1: Economic and Industry Recovery from COVID-19 as a Business Environment Issue
Now that we have experienced lockdowns, masking and social distancing, a nearly normal summer, and a return to masking (at the time I am writing this)…what do you believe will be long term changes in your chosen industry segment as a result of the pandemic? For example, you may choose to discuss business travel trends, mobile food ordering and pick-up, virtual and remote events, among others. Do you think these changes are beneficial or detrimental the overall economic robustness of the industry segment? What do you think are industry best practices that should be adopted based on these long term changes?
Expectation: It is expected that your answer will be approximately 500-750 words in length (one page to one and one-half pages, single-spaced, 12 point font) and will use a minimum of 3 cited sources from either refereed or reliable industry trade publications. Please be sure to use in-text citations and include a reference list at the end of the question.
Question 2: Immigration Reform as a Social Issue
Immigration reform is considered to be a top agenda item confronting the US Congress. Please discuss the significance of immigration reform on your chosen industry segment. You may consider reliance on immigrants as employees, visa availability and types, DACA, stronger borders, etc. Do you believe immigration reform should be an agenda item for industry lobbying groups such as the American Hotel and Lodging Association or the National Restaurant Association? Why or why not?
Expectation: It is expected that your answer will be approximately 500-750 words in length (one page to one and one-half pages, single-spaced, 12 point font) and will use a minimum of 3 cited sources from either refereed or reliable industry trade publications. Please be sure to use in-text citations and include a reference list at the end of the question.