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Context
As consumers become more aware of the impact of their actions on the planet, sustainability is
ecoming a significant factor in the management of tourism destinations. Many destinations around
the world are cu
ently experiencing tourism-related issues that are or have the potential to cause
i
eparable damage. As a result, destinations are focusing on adopting initiatives & strategies that
support sustainable social, economic and environmental development. The United Nations World
Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) is ‘responsible for the promotion of responsible, sustainable and
universally accessible tourism’ and ‘assists destinations in their sustainable positioning in ever more
complex and international markets’ (UNWTO, n.d.). This assessment will allow students to consider
sustainability issues in global destinations and consider the role of the UNWTO in supporting
sustainable development.
ASSESSMENT 1 – Case Study
Subject Code and Title SRM301 Sustainability and Resource Management
Assessment Case Study - Supplied Context
Individual/Group Individual
Length 1000 words (+/- 10%)
Learning Outcomes a) Identify the nature and context of environmental, social and
economic trends that impact the management of tourism.
) Appraise the environmental, social and financial factors
equired to develop business resilience and sustainability in the
tourism industry.
c) Apply theories and concepts as they relate to sustainable
development.
Submission Due by 11:55pm AEST Sunday end of Module 2 (Week 4)
Weighting 25%
Total Marks 100 marks
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Instructions
Please select one (1) of the case studies from the following list. Please be aware that you will be using
the destination within your chosen case study for subsequent assessments. You will also need to
eview the UNWTO Sustainable Tourism for Development Guidebook (https:
www.e-
unwto.org/doi/epdf/ XXXXXXXXXX/ XXXXXXXXXXas you are required to apply this to your case study
analysis:
• Venice: https:
www.abc.net.au/news/ XXXXXXXXXX/venice-is-it-being-killed-by-mass-
tourism/ XXXXXXXXXX
• Mount Everest: https:
metro.co.uk/2018/08/08/shocking-true-impact-tourism-mount-
everest XXXXXXXXXX/
• Queenstown: https:
www.theguardian.com/world/2019/ma
08/queenstown-considers-
tourist-levy-after-claim-crowds-threaten-wellbeing
• Santorini: https:
www.theguardian.com/world/2017/aug/28/santorini-popularity-soars-
ut-locals-say-it-has-hit-saturation-point
• Amsterdam: https:
www.dw.com/en/how-amsterdam-is-fighting-mass-tourism/a-
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Once you have selected your case study you are required to submit a report in which you address the
following:
• Provide a
ief overview of the chosen case study & destination.
• Discuss environmental, social and economic conditions that have contributed to the tourism-
elated issues cu
ently being experienced in the destination.
• Apply the UNWTO Sustainable Tourism for Development framework to propose actions that
could be implemented in the destination to support future sustainability in the tourism
industry.
Referencing
You should make significant references to the subject material and substantial wider reading. A
minimum of three (3) academic (scholarly books and peer-reviewed journal articles) and three (3)
other sources (newspaper articles, trade publications, websites, etc.) must be used. These should be
eferenced in the APA style, both in-text and in a reference list. References to ‘Wikipedia’ or similar
unsubstantiated sources will not be accepted.
You must recognise all sources of information; including images that you include in your work.
Reference your work according to the APA 6th edition guidelines. Please see more information on
eferencing here http:
li
ary.laureate.net.au
esearch_skills
eferencing
https:
www.e-unwto.org/doi/epdf/ XXXXXXXXXX/ XXXXXXXXXX
https:
www.e-unwto.org/doi/epdf/ XXXXXXXXXX/ XXXXXXXXXX
https:
www.abc.net.au/news/ XXXXXXXXXX/venice-is-it-being-killed-by-mass-tourism/ XXXXXXXXXX
https:
www.abc.net.au/news/ XXXXXXXXXX/venice-is-it-being-killed-by-mass-tourism/ XXXXXXXXXX
https:
metro.co.uk/2018/08/08/shocking-true-impact-tourism-mount-everest XXXXXXXXXX
https:
metro.co.uk/2018/08/08/shocking-true-impact-tourism-mount-everest XXXXXXXXXX
https:
www.theguardian.com/world/2019/ma
08/queenstown-considers-tourist-levy-after-claim-crowds-threaten-wellbeing
https:
www.theguardian.com/world/2019/ma
08/queenstown-considers-tourist-levy-after-claim-crowds-threaten-wellbeing
https:
www.theguardian.com/world/2017/aug/28/santorini-popularity-soars-but-locals-say-it-has-hit-saturation-point
https:
www.theguardian.com/world/2017/aug/28/santorini-popularity-soars-but-locals-say-it-has-hit-saturation-point
https:
www.dw.com/en/how-amsterdam-is-fighting-mass-tourism/a XXXXXXXXXX
https:
www.dw.com/en/how-amsterdam-is-fighting-mass-tourism/a XXXXXXXXXX
http:
li
ary.laureate.net.au
esearch_skills
eferencing
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Submission Instructions
Submit Assessment 1 Case Study - Supplied Context via the submission link in the Assessment section
found in the main navigation menu in SRM301 Sustainable and Resource Management on the learning
portal. A ru
ic will be attached to the assessment. The Learning Facilitator will provide feedback via
the Grade Centre in the learning portal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades.
Extensions cannot be granted by the lecturer after the submission date. In the event of serious illness
or unusual circumstances, a student may apply for Special Consideration in accordance with the rules
and regulations governing this application, but it is important that such requests be made as soon as
the circumstance is known.
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Assessment Ru
ic
Assessment
Attributes
Fail
(Below minimum
standard)
0-49%
Pass
(Functional)
50-64%
Credit
(Proficient)
65-74%
Distinction
(Advanced)
75-84%
High Distinction
(Exceptional)
85-100%
Overview of case study
& destination
15%
No overview of case study
and/or destination
provided.
Limited overview of case
study and destination
provided.
Clear overview of case
study and destination
provided.
Detailed overview of case
study and destination
provided.
Highly detailed overview of
case study and destination
provided.
Environmental, social
and economic
conditions contributing
to cu
ent destination
issues
25%
No environmental, social
and economic conditions
discussed that have
contributed to the
destination’s issues
and/or discussion
i
elevant.
Limited discussion of
environmental, social and
economic conditions that
have contributed to the
destination’s issues, however
not clearly explained.
Brief discussion of relevant
environmental, social and
economic conditions that
have contributed to the
destination’s issues,
however additional detail
equired.
Clear discussion of relevant
environmental, social and
economic conditions that
have contributed to the
destination’s cu
ent issues
eing experienced.
Clear and in-depth
discussion of relevant
environmental, social and
economic conditions that
have contributed to the
destination’s cu
ent issues
eing experienced.
Application of the
UNWTO framework
with actions to support
destination’s future
sustainability.
30%
No application of UNWTO
framework and/or no
actions proposed for
implementation and/or
discussion i
elevant.
No explanation as to how
proposed actions could
support destination’s
future sustainability in the
tourism industry and/or
discussion i
elevant.
Potential actions identified
for implementation with
limited application of
UNWTO framework, however
minimal explanation as to
how identified actions could
support destination’s future
sustainability in the tourism
industry.
Relevant actions proposed
for implementation with
logical application of the
UNWTO framework. Brief
discussion as to how
proposed actions could
support destination’s future
sustainability in the tourism
industry, however
additional detail required.
Relevant actions clearly
proposed for
implementation with clear
and logical application of
the UNWTO framework
throughout.
The proposed actions
clearly present effective
support for the
destination’s future
sustainability in the tourism
industry.
Relevant actions proposed
clearly and in—depth for
implementation with
logical application of the
UNWTO framework
explained in detail.
The proposed actions are
explored in detail and
present highly effective
methods to support the
destination’s future
sustainability in the tourism
industry.
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Structure
10%
Discussion points do not
flow smoothly or logically,
no connection between
ideas. Paragraphs not
used or lacked structure.
Minimal structure evident
however applicable points
loosely connected. Limited
use of paragraphs.
Good structure evident
with some applicable points
presented in a logical order.
Paragraph structure used
throughout.
Good structure evident with
most applicable points
presented in a clear and
logical order. All paragraphs
are well organised.
Excellent structure evident
with all applicable points
presented in a clear and
logical order. Paragraphs
well defined and organised
to a high quality.
Research & referencing
10%
No evidence of research.
No academic sources
used. Sources of
information not
eferenced using the APA
style.
Limited evidence of research.
Minimal academic sources
used. Many e
ors in APA
eferencing style.
Some evidence of research.
Limited academic sources
used. Few e
ors in APA
eferencing style.
Clear evidence of research.
Several quality academic
sources used. One or two
e
ors in APA referencing
style.
Evidence of in-depth
esearch. Many high-
quality academic sources
used. No e
ors in APA
eferencing style.
Format & presentation
10%
Many spelling mistakes
and/or grammatical
e
ors. I
elevant
diagrams/images/
multimedia used.
Several spelling mistakes
and/or grammatical e
ors.
Use of relevant
diagrams/images/multimedia
(if required) minimal linkage
to discussion.
A few spelling mistakes
and/or grammatical e
ors.
Use of relevant
diagrams/images/
multimedia (if required)
asic linkage to discussion.
Minimal spelling mistakes
and/or grammatical e
ors.
Good use of relevant
diagrams/images/
multimedia (if required)
clear linkage to discussion.
No spelling mistakes or
grammatical e
ors.
Excellent use of high-
quality diagrams/images/
multimedia (if required)
strong linkage to
discussion.