Course Information: PAMIR DESTINATION EXPERT COURSE
Course ID Number | DT09PA01 | Short Name | PECT | Duration in hours | 20 Hours | Credit | 02 |
Course Pre-requisite(s) | Knowledge of English + High School Certification or 01 Year Travel trade experience |
Course Co-requisite(s) | Desktop/laptop having with Internet Connection |
Course Schedule | Round the Year - start and complete anytime |
Course Overview
PAMIR Mountains in Tajikistan is the largest and highest plateau among others in the world, often referred to as "Roof of the World". PECTA a non-govt organization has taken up the responsibility of promoting Pamir as a Sustainable Responsible Eco Tourism Destination. Destination Pamirs is off beaten plateau and untouched nature with majestic view of snow-capped majestic mountains and lakes. |
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course you will be able to:
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Instructional Method
E. Learning / online self-study/ Virtual Instructor led training (ViLT) is available on demand 1. Desktop/ laptop - download Microsoft Moodle Desktop Windows App 2. Mobile Smartphone - download Android/ IOS Moodle App |
AVAILABLE Course Material
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Assignments and Evaluations
·Exam Delivery Method: Online exam. The exam can be taken at any time at your convenience. · Exam Format: Multiple Choice questions · Number of questions: 100 · Time Allowance: 100 minutes · Passing Grade: 70% correct answers · Number of exam attempts: 1
| Assessment Item Name | No. Of Qns. | Pass% |
Quiz 1 | 10 | 70% | |
Quiz 2 | 10 | 70% | |
Quiz 3 | 10 | 70% | |
Quiz 4 | 10 | 70% | |
Quiz 5 | 10 | 70% | |
Quiz 6 | 10 | 70% | |
Quiz 7 | 10 | 70% | |
Quiz 8 | 10 | 70% | |
FINAL ASSESSMENT TEST | 100 | 70% |
Detailed course content
HOUR | TOPIC | Content Description |
02 | Introduction to Destination | Geographical location; Accessibility -Air and Land; Visa & Permits; Climate and Travel Seasonality; Currency and Value for Money; Culture and Customs; Dos and Don'ts |
02 | Journey via Images & Videos | Images of major attractions, Hotels, Homestays and Activities Destination Video URL links |
02 | Accommodations we Recommend | Hotel and Home Stays- locations, amenities, services, Room tariff and property size. |
02 | Attractions your client would love to see | List major attractions with duration of time needed, Entry fee and transport cost. |
01 | Activities your Client would Enjoy | List major activities with duration of time needed, activity and transport cost. Major events- Roof of the World festival |
02 | Pre-Packaged Itineraries | City break itineraries of :
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03 | Customization of an existing itineraries | Add ons and/ or modifications possibilities and changes in pricing |
04 | Developing a Custom Design Itineraries | Developing an itinerary as per need of a FIT or Group clients, Checking feasibility and availability of property and transport |
02 | Tour Costing | Inter and Intra City Transport, Accommodations, Attractions, Activities, Gratuities, Meal cost, Entry fee, Visa Fee and Permit cost, Miscellaneous cost and mark up. Booking Terms and Conditions |
GRADING SYSTEM
Percentage | Grade | Final Assessment |
85-100% | A+ | Distinction |
80-84% | A | Pass |
75-79% | B+ | Pass |
70-74% | B | Pass |
0-69% | F | Fail |
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
We value academic integrity. Therefore all students must understand the meaning and consequences of cheating, plagiarism, and other academic offense.
FINAL ASSESSMENT EXAM
REGULATIONS
1. Before attempting final assessment Examination a student must ensure that he/she has completed all the module examinations/
2. One attempt only
3. Time allowed is 100 minutes for 100 questions
4. If the exam is incomplete due to internet error….screenshot must be submitted as a shred of evidence without editing images.
ASSIGNMENTS UPLOAD
You must upload original assignments only. Please note these assignments will not be returned. Remember to keep a photocopy or back-up of your work before it is uploaded.
EMAIL POLICY
E-mail is one of the official means of communication between us and our students. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that time-critical e-mail is assessed, read, and acted upon in a timely fashion. If a student chooses to forward STEPS e-mail to another e-mail mailbox, it is that student's responsibility to ensure that the alternate account is viable.
