Organization of leisure time in tourism

Tazhen Aidana Nursultankyzy – Master’s degree holder, senior lecturer, 1. Characteristics of the MOOC 1.1 The aim of studying this course is to develop a comprehensive and systematic understanding of the organization of leisure time in tourism as an important component of the modern tourism and hospitality industry. The course is designed to introduce students to the theoretical foundations, structure, and functioning of the entertainment and leisure sector, including the concept and development of the entertainment industry, infrastructure and technologies of leisure services, and the organization of various forms of entertainment activities. Special attention is given to the operational features of entertainment institutions such as theaters, cinema-concert halls, theme parks, fitness centers, gambling enterprises, and show business structures, as well as to the design of service programs, animation activities, and recreational tourism products. The course also explores the role of entertainment in urban tourism environments, the organization of leisure services for different age groups, and the influence of cultural and ethnic factors on animation programs and leisure experiences. 1.2 Objectives of study:  to understand the nature, structure, and development of the entertainment industry and its infrastructure.  to acquire practical skills in organizing and managing entertainment and leisure activities.  to analyze trends, consumer behavior, and regional characteristics of the entertainment industry, including Kazakhstan. 2. Learning Outcomes: upon successful completion of the course, students acquire comprehensive knowledge of the organization of leisure time in tourism and the functioning of the entertainment industry as a complex socio-economic and cultural system. Students gain understanding of the historical development and stages of the global entertainment industry, the infrastructure and technological foundations of entertainment activities, and the organizational features of different entertainment institutions including theaters, theme parks, fitness centers, and gambling enterprises. 3. Prerequisites. To successfully complete this MOOC, learners must possess the knowledge, skills, and competencies acquired through the study of the courses: World tourism industry. 4. Postrequisites. The knowledge, skills, and competencies acquired through the study of this MOOC are required for the successful completion of the following courses: Touropereting 5. Number of academic credits / MOOC duration – 5 credits. 6. Course difficulty level: intermediate.