Diversification of Industry in Tropical Queensland: Food as a Tourism Industry african american scholarships

Diversification of Industry in Tropical Queensland: Food as a Tourism Industry
Scholarship Description

Economies of North Queensland need to diversify in sustainable ways to provide livelihoods for the population. Food as a key destination pull factor is a reflection of the growing interest in food. Studies showed that visitors to Cairns classed themselves as food tourists but were not aware the region had a food industry based on seafood, dairy & fruit. Identified problems with developing local food tourism include seasonality and the distribution system. It is apparent that the region has potential to develop food tourism but a range of issues need to be examined. This PhD will examine difficulties in building a regional food & wine tourism brand using case study methodology to compare Tropical Queensland as a potential food region with other established food and wine regions in Australia. A background in tourism and business research is preferred. Stipend: $22,500 pa tax free + $7,000 project support (one off) Contact: Prof Bruce Prideaux bruce.prideaux@jcu.edu.au (07) 4042 1039
Reference Number: 5019
Study Subject: Tourism
Web Address: http://www.jcu.edu.au/grs/scholarships/index.htm
Provided By: Cairns Institute, James Cook University
To be undertaken at: James Cook University.
Level: Post Graduate (Research)
Availability

This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications from September 9, 2010 until October 31, 2010.
Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD22500 (per annum). This award is to be used for research and living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: COMMERCE, MANAGEMENT, TOURISM AND SERVICES. It is required that your study starts no earlier than January 1, 2011 and no later than June 30, 2011.
Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent.
Application Details

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