This course features a current analysis and examination of the various IR developments within the Asia region, linking theoretical concepts within practical IR considerations. IRs are increasingly a part of tourism and economic rejuvenation and growth but within this are several crucial areas of consideration, foremost portraying a comfortable return on investment to operators and investors given the significant cost and resources needed to develop an IR, with authorities satisfied on the economic and social net benefits through the introduction or expansion of IRs.

CILO-1: Describe the theories and concepts of IR development and management. CILO-2: Identify the key internal and external processes to IR success. CILO-3: Recognize important public policy and legislative considerations necessary in an IR environment. CILO-4: Identify the gaming to non-gaming portfolio within an IR development. CILO-5: Understand the factors required in developing an IR tourism oriented project at a location.