This study was conducted by analyzing all 64 articles listed in the international journal of tourism sciences based on the SEM, published from 1984 to 2004 in Korea. The analyses consisted of publication date of articles, exogenous and endogenous of variables, subjects of the research, adequacy of sampling, adequacy of research purpose and results, accordance between theoretical model and hypothetical model, fit measures, theoretical base of model modification and adequacy of conclusion.The findings of the research contribute as follows: First, a model has to be established on a theoretical base rather than empirical results dependent on the data. The results are also required to be globally interpreted. Second, at least 200 samples are necessary to satisfy the need. Third, more than 3 measurement variables are to be adjusted to a single theoretical variable: the measurement errors must be suggested as well. Finally, normal distribution characteristics of the data and the estimation method need to be reported.