FBSE Week 1 Introduction

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Course Outline

  1. Department of Tourism
  2. DOT Functions and Responsibilities
  3. Leadership and FBSE Program
  4. DOT Tourism Campaign Jingles

1. Department of Tourism

Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Department of Tourism: The executive department of the Philippine government responsible for promoting, developing, and regulating the tourism industry in the country.

2. DOT Functions and Responsibilities

Essential Points

  • The Department of Tourism promotes the Philippines as a safe, sustainable, and competitive tourism destination domestically and internationally.

  • The Department of Tourism develops:

    • policies
    • programs
    • plans

📌 The Department of Tourism oversees standards and accreditation for tourism establishments such as hotels, resorts, and tour operators.

Memory Hook

P-D-O-C-L: Promote, Develop, Oversee, Coordinate, Lead

3. Leadership and FBSE Program

Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence: A customer service training program developed by the Department of Tourism to standardize and elevate hospitality service quality across the Philippine tourism industry through Filipino values and culture.

Essential Points

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Practice quiz preview

1. Concerning the official domestic jingle for “It’s More Fun in the Philippines,” which statements are correct?

2. Regarding the “Tara Na, Biyahe Tayo!” tourism anthem, which statements are correct?

3. The responsibilities of the Department of Tourism include:

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What is the Department of Tourism (DOT)?

The executive department of the Philippine government for tourism.

What is the DOT responsible for in the Philippines?

Promoting, developing, and regulating the tourism industry.

What does the Department of Tourism promote about the Philippines?

It promotes the Philippines as a safe, sustainable, and competitive tourism destination.

What does the Department of Tourism develop to support tourism growth?

It develops policies, programs, and plans.

What does the Department of Tourism oversee for tourism establishments?

It oversees standards and accreditation.

Who is the 19th Secretary of Tourism as of April 10, 2026?

Maria Bernardita “Dita” Angara-Mathay

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