Economics of sustainable development Field of study: Sustainable Tourism
Programme code: W2-S1TZ25.2025

Module name: Economics of sustainable development
Module code: W2-TZ-S1-039
Programme code: W2-S1TZ25.2025
Semester: winter semester 2027/2028
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Economics of Sustainable Development focuses on the analysis of how the principles of sustainable development can be implemented in economic practice in order to achieve a balance between economic growth, environmental protection and social justice. Students will become familiar with key concepts such as green economy, circular economy, corporate social responsibility and sustainable resource management. The subject aims to develop skills in analyzing the economic challenges and opportunities related to sustainable development, which is necessary for designing and implementing sustainable practices in the tourism industry. The subject is interdisciplinary, combining elements of economics, ecology, sociology and tourism management. During the classes, students will analyze concrete examples of the implementation of the principles of sustainable development in various sectors of the economy, participate in discussions and prepare projects related to sustainable development in tourism. The main objective of the Economics of Sustainable Development subject is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and analyze the economic aspects of sustainable development, with particular emphasis on the tourism industry, to familiarize students with concepts and theories in the field of sustainable development economics and to develop skills in analyzing the economic challenges and opportunities related to sustainable development.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
knows and understands the concepts and theories in the field of sustainable development economics [W2-TZ-S1-039_1]
 TZ-W01 [1/5] TZ-W04 [1/5]
understands the impact of sustainable development principles on the economy, society and environment [W2-TZ-S1-039_2]
 TZ-W01 [1/5] TZ-W04 [1/5]
knows the principles of sustainable resource management and their importance for environmental protection and social development [W2-TZ-S1-039_3]
 TZ-W04 [1/5] TZ-W05 [1/5]
can analyze and evaluate the economic challenges and opportunities related to sustainable development [W2-TZ-S1-039_4]
 TZ-U02 [1/5] TZ-U03 [1/5]
is able to identify and propose solutions to economic and environmental problems in the context of sustainable development [W2-TZ-S1-039_5]
 TZ-U03 [1/5] TZ-U05 [1/5]
is able to design and implement sustainable practices in the tourism industry [W2-TZ-S1-039_6]
 TZ-U05 [1/5] TZ-U06 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-TZ-S1-039_fs_1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  course work W2-TZ-S1-039_1 W2-TZ-S1-039_2 W2-TZ-S1-039_3 W2-TZ-S1-039_4 W2-TZ-S1-039_5 W2-TZ-S1-039_6
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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