Degree programme specification
Are you passionate about contributing to the development of your city or region? Do you aim to enhance living standards, attract tourists, and secure investors? Are you intrigued by the disparities in economic and social development among regions and driven to find solutions? Perhaps you find the dynamics of individual tourist destinations and their broader impact on the region fascinating. If so, the Regional Development and Tourism programme is for you!
During your studies, you will analyse how factors like businesses, skilled individuals, and tourist attractions shape regions. You will gain insights into regional and innovation policies, acquire skills in securing subsidies for developmental projects, and explore strategies to mitigate environmental impact. Engaging in practical tasks from tourism management and marketing will further develop your expertise.
Is this the programme you are looking for?
- Are you curious about economic disparities and strategies to uplift less economically developed areas?
- Are you interested in tourism and eager to deepen your knowledge?
- Do you want to apply your management skills in municipalities, regions, the state, or the tourism industry?
- Are you excited about participating in development projects for cities and regions?
- Are you interested in how states and regions can support and develop tourism?
- Would you enjoy preparing project proposals and applications for funding from public sources?
- Are you seeking roles in organizations like ministries or development agencies where decisions on financial allocations for projects are made?
If your answer to any of these questions is yes, then the Regional Development and Tourism programme is ideal for you!
Studying in Brno, located in the heart of Europe in Czechia, offers a unique blend of vibrant academic life and rich cultural experiences. Known for its innovative spirit and thriving startup scene, Brno is home to leading high-tech companies that drive technological progress and entrepreneurship. Imagine immersing yourself in a city that offers not only technological innovation but also a flourishing culinary landscape with top-notch gastronomy. Brno's dynamic mix of historical charm and modern amenities creates the perfect environment to directly apply and deepen your understanding of regional development and tourism concepts learned in the programme.
Study plans
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- Objectives
The main objective of this program is to provide students with multidisciplinary theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are necessary for the application of systemic approaches towards optimal management of societal-territorial structures. The development will be perceived with regard to its economic, social and environmental connotations. The study develops the system knowledge necessary for the optimal use of territorial prerequisites with special attention to the implementation of development projects and tourism, which is an increasingly important factor in territorial development in all geographical scales. Students will acquire deeper skills needed to find the procedural interplay of public and private actors of socio-economic development in the region. A systemic approach to regional development is a characteristic feature of this program.
- Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:
- explain the principles of spatial development and apply methodical approaches used in regional economics and related disciplines,
- participate in creating development concepts, strategies and projects at the regional, national or transnational (e.g., European Union) levels,
- evaluate the importance and potential benefits of individual instruments of regional policy (with emphasis on the EU cohesion policy), innovation policy and tourism policy at regional, national and transnational levels,
- apply the acquired knowledge in the management and marketing of tourism and other fields with strong links to the spatial dimension of business,
- process applications for project support from national and transnational public sources,
- reflect the environmental aspects of sustainable (regional) development thanks to the knowledge of global environmental problems and the potential negative impacts of development projects and tourism,
- communicate with experts from related disciplines (e.g., public economics, business management, spatial planning, sociology and ecology).
- Occupational Profiles of Graduates
Upon graduation, the unique combination of knowledge and skills you acquire will open doors to prestigious employment opportunities in both private and public institutions, from local to multinational levels. As our graduates, you will be prepared for demanding specialized roles in state or territorial administration as well as in the business sector – for example, development companies or tourism enterprises.
Many of our alumni also excel in grant management, leading project preparation efforts for national or European funding and contributing to resource allocation decisions within organizations.
- Practical Training
Practical training is not mandatory in the curriculum.
- Goals of Theses
The diploma thesis is one of the essential parts of the study, in which each student demonstrates the ability to work independently and analyse defined problems. Diploma thesis should demonstrate the capability of the student to apply critical analysis and synthesis of the gathered information related to the selected topic. The length of the final work is between 60 and 80 pages without attachments. More detailed requirements for diploma theses are given by internal regulations of the Faculty of Economics and Administration and Masaryk University.
- Access to Further Studies
Upon successfully completing your studies, you can pursue our doctoral programme in Economics, Finance and Management, or similar programmes at another institution.
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