Deck 3: Career Opportunities

Question 1

According to the WTTC, the world region that is expected to have the most tourism job growth is:

A) Africa.
B) Americas.
C) Asia/Pacific.
D) Europe.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Employment in the tourism sector is expected to:

A) grow at the same rate as other economic sectors.
B) grow faster than other economic sectors.
C) grow more slowly than other economic sectors.
D) decline in the near future.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

WTTC estimates that in 2020 tourism jobs will increase to:

A) 100 million.
B) 25 million.
C) 50 million.
D) 75 million.
E) 303 million.

Answer 3

E

Question 4

Jobs such as general manager, accountants, director of sales, bellhops, and maintenance workers can be provided by: ___________________________________.

A) airlines
B) food service
C) gaming
D) hotels, motels, resorts
E) attractions

Question 5

An internship provides the opportunity to:

A) learn practical skills
B) acquire valuable experience
C) develop a further understanding of a field
D) develop professionalism
E) all of the above

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a job requirement for tourism?

A) people person
B) being a concern for customer's comfort needs
C) self-discipline
D) statistical skills
E) physical stamina