THM211 – Franchising in Tourism and Hospitality

Dr. Tamer Elsawy
Dr. Dalia Hassan

Mr. Mohamed Amin
Mrs. Yasmine Elsayeh

This course aims to develop students\’ knowledge and skills toward franchising by exploring the long and history of franchising. This wander through time sets our foundation for understanding the legal framework, governing bodies and obligations practitioners in the sector are bound by , Explore also the different ways companies grant franchises in Egypt and globally, understanding the roles, rights and responsibilities of each party, benefits and challenges of franchising, students will be able to read and evaluate the franchise disclosure. It also aims to equip students with the basic understanding of pros and cons of owning a franchise, the components of a franchise disclosure document, resources to assist in franchising a business.

This course aims to develop students\’ knowledge and skills toward franchising by exploring the long and history of franchising. This wander through time sets our foundation for understanding the legal framework, governing bodies and obligations practitioners in the sector are bound by , Explore also the different ways companies grant franchises in Egypt and globally, understanding the roles, rights and responsibilities of each party, benefits and challenges of franchising, students will be able to read and evaluate the franchise disclosure. It also aims to equip students with the basic understanding of pros and cons of owning a franchise, the components of a franchise disclosure document, resources to assist in franchising a business.

Mid Term Exam 20% (20 Marks) Class Activities (Assignments,Presentation , Role play, Assessment of Professional Skills) 30% (30 Marks) Final Written Exam 50% (50 Marks)

1- Frank Hoy, John Stanworth, (2014), Franchising: An International Perspective, Business & Economics. Iian, a.(2006) Service franchising ,a global perspective ,Springer, London. – Lashley, C. and Morrison, A. (2000). Franchising Hospitality Services, Elsevier,USA

Beshel. B.(2005)An introduction to Franchising, McGraw Hill, USA. Jeffrey A. and Spinelli,S.(2003) New Venture Creation for the 21st Century, 6th ed., McGraw Hill,USA.