scholarly journals Determinants of Enterprise Performance in Uganda’s Tourism Sector: Does Gender Matter?

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (10) ◽  
pp. 63
Author(s):  
John Mutenyo ◽  
Margaret Banga ◽  
John Bbale Mayanja ◽  
Rose Nakimu ◽  
Ruth Nsibirano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Business Environment ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Easy Access ◽  
Enterprise Performance ◽  
Firm Characteristics ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Initial Capital ◽  
Access To Credit ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
The Relationship

The paper looks at the relationship between the performance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the tourism sector of Uganda and firm characteristics and business environment. Data were gathered after administering questionnaires to 1690 SMEs located around tourist attractions throughout the country in 2018. The study uses quantile regression to analyze the determinants of firm performance. The findings indicate that entrepreneur/managers education, business experience, initial capital, business registration and age of the owner are important in explaining enterprise performance. We also find that male managed enterprises outperform those managed by female. The study suggests that providing easy access to credit for initial capital and easing the business registration process and training entrepreneurs/managers will increase performance of SMEs in the tourism industry.

scholarly journals Driving Model of Determinant Factors Affecting the Performance of Small and Micro Enterprises: Empirical Evidence from Amhara Region, Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhang Yutang ◽  
Ayele Eshetu Yesuf
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Enterprise Performance ◽  
Amhara Region ◽  
Initial Capital ◽  
Access To Credit ◽  
Determinant Factors ◽  
Market Linkage ◽  
Driving Model ◽  
Micro Enterprises

The purpose of this study is to examine the driving model of determinant factors that affects the performance of small and micro enterprises empirical evidence from Amhara Region, Ethiopia. The study used primary and secondary data from manufacturing, construction, urban agriculture, trade, and service entrepreneurs found in Bahirdar, Dessie & Gonder Cities using a purposive sampling technique. It also used the descriptive research design with a self-administered survey questionnaire. The Statistical analysis tools, SPSS and Amos, software were applied to analyze the data. Multiple regression model results revealed that access to credit, initial capital, working premises, industry category, market linkage, ICT adoption have a positive relationship and a major impact on the Amhara region's enterprise performance. Hence, the outcome variable, enterprise performance, is highly affected by all predicted variables. As the study finding shows, a lack of access to credit, , market linkage, working premises), initial capital, and information communication Technology problems are critical challenges of SMEs. The Regional Government, TVED Bureau, Micro Finance Institutions, , should take corrective action to provide sufficient credit and long-term loans to protect inflation. Moreover, this study proposed a sustainable cluster management approach that solves their challenges in an integrated way.

scholarly journals Econometric Analysis of Dynamics of Personnel Training in Tourism Sphere

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 1389-1396
Author(s):  
Anar Eminov Et al.
Keyword(s):  
Least Squares ◽  
Statistical Data ◽  
Least Squares Method ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Econometric Analysis ◽  
Steady Increase ◽  
Foreign Nationals ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Analysis Of Dynamics ◽  
The Relationship

According to the statistical data of recent years, tourism has been one of the ever-growing sectors in Azerbaijan. Thus, in the last five years, there has been a steady increase in the number of entrepreneurship subjects serving tourism in Azerbaijan and the number of foreign nationals traveling for tourism, correspondingly 4.5 and 8.5 percent. At present, the direct share of the tourism industry in the country's GDP and employment is 4.5 and 3.3 percent, respectively. In the article econometric analysis of the dependence on the relationship between tourism industry graduates and their development has been done. The regression equation of the dependence of the number of graduates studying tourism on the number of tourists in the country and the dependence of the tourism sector’s GDP on the number of graduates in the tourism sector were estimated using the Eviews software based on 2008–2017 statistical data using the least squares method.

The Crisis in Russian Tourism: Problems and Solutions

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (12) ◽  
pp. 1360-1366
Author(s):  
T. A. Ignat’eva
Keyword(s):  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Scientific Methods ◽  
Tourism Management ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Foreign Tourism ◽  
Problems And Solutions ◽  
Crisis Conditions

Aim. The presented study aims to analyze the current state of the Russian tourism industry in times of crisis.Tasks. The author identifies systemic contradictions in the development of Russian tourism; determines factors affecting the tourism sector; formulates the problems of tourism development during the crisis; proposes ways out of the crisis for Russian tourism.Methods. Over the course of the study, the author uses general scientific methods of cognition, such as comparison, deduction and induction, analysis, generalization and systematization.Results. The identified systemic contradictions in the development of Russian tourism and factors affecting the development of tourism in the Russian Federation allow the author to formulate the problems hindering the development of Russian tourism, such as underdeveloped infrastructure, lack of consideration for the environmental burden on tourist attractions, low innovative activity in the tourism sector, low recognition of Russian tourist brands in foreign markets and domestically, inefficient tourism management system at the national and municipal level, poor training of personnel in the field of tourism, lack of social tourism, insufficient government support under crisis conditions. That said, the solution to each problem is of nationwide significance.Conclusions. Today, Russia has great potential for the development of both domestic and inbound tourism. However, the reality of the economy and international relations, especially during a crisis, leads to Russia’s tourist potential being largely unfulfilled amid strong competition from the foreign tourism market. The proposed solutions to the problems of domestic tourism outlined in the study make it possible to facilitate the development of the tourism sector and enhance competitive potential.

TOURISM ATTRACTION IN RUSSIAN REGIONS IN CYBERSPACE: NEW TENDENCIES OF TOURISM MEDIA MARKETING

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 1313-1318
Author(s):  
Elena V. Frolova ◽  
Olga V. Rogach ◽  
Tatyana M. Ryabova
Keyword(s):  
Visual Media ◽  
Research Field ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Easy Access ◽  
Media Content ◽  
Russian Regions ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
The Media ◽  
Relationship Of

Purpose: The present study was aimed at investigating the characteristics of tourist media content in cyberspace. The characteristics regarding the reflection and survey of tourist attractions in the Russian regions were also analyzed. Methodology: Data on the empirical research field was collected through tourist feedback on the Internet, as well as other social studies studied the wide-ranging relationship of users with media space. Visual media and contemporary time were identified among the most well-known sources of information about services and tourist facilities. Available sentiments with a variety of information available in cyberspace included: inclusive communication, comprehensiveness, pragmatism and using literal communication and providing easy access. In this paper, the outcomes of the outlook for tourism advancement by the help of the media were also discussed. Result: Tourism media, as well as the expansion flow and evolution regarding receiving and construction and increasing the information to respond to the key questions of the development of the tourism industry, were studied such as infrastructure equipment and services and the potential of the tourist industry. The content of cyber media was found to be helpful in consolidating the issues and modes and practical cases of various tourist groups, as well as representing the expectations and interests of tourism industry consumers. The popularity of media content has created vast opportunities for creators and users of information including personalization of demands, flexible communication, and the feasibility of introducing characters by presenting in virtual online space about the time spent on holidays. Applications: This research can be used for the universities, teachers and education students. Novelty/Originality: In this research, the model of the tourist attraction in Russian regions in cyberspace: new tendencies of tourism media marketing is presented in a comprehensive and complete manner.

scholarly journals Peran Dinas Pariwisata Dalam Tata Kelola Dan Promosi Kawasan Pariwisata (Studi Kasus di Kecamatan Pemenang Kabupaten Lombok Utara)

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 80
Author(s):  
M. Taufik Rachman ◽  
Baiq Reinelda Tri Yunarni
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Significant Influence ◽  
National Level ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Business Sector ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Industry Sector ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Land Space

The strategy of developing tourism promotion is much done by developing countries is to strengthen the national economy. The tourism industry sector is believed to be a sector in building the economy towards progress. The problem is how the Tourism Office manages tourist attractions that must be solved. The existence of the Office of Tourism in an area will certainly affect the economy by absorbing workers in tourist attractions and surrounding communities. Likewise with the existence of the Tourism Office in Pemenang Subdistrict which is able to help the community around its place of business by providing land / space for pokdarwis members' business activities and providing funds or training for pokdarwis in accordance with the business sector being run. Thus, there will be a significant influence on the workforce or the community if it has been found how much the workforce is absorbed by the Tourism Office in the winning sub-district. And to improve the welfare of the community in an area, the role of the Tourism Office is very much needed in an effort to participate in building and developing the tourism sector in the region and at the national level.

scholarly journals Dampak Pengembangan Pantai Kilo Lima pada Masyarakat Lokal di Kota Luwuk Kabupaten Banggai

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 136-144
Author(s):  
Anda Prasetyo Ery ◽  
Dharma Kuba ◽  
Ariesta Ariesta
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

Tourism development often does not pay attention to the preservation of natural resources and local culture which are also affected by tourism development and considers that the tourism industry is an industry whose existence is interrelated. This research is descriptive research in the form of written or oral words from people and observable behavior and to be able to better identify the variables to be examined in relation to them and aims to present a structured, factual, and accurate description of the facts -fact and the relationship between the variables to be studied. From the results of the study there are positive and negative impacts that arise. Both environmental, socio-cultural, and economic impacts on local communities who are the main actors who feel the impact of tourism development. The community has felt the positive impact provided by the tourism sector. Although there are still negative impacts that are also felt.

Evaluation and Identification of Professional Tourism Educational and Training Competences

2016 ◽  
pp. 102-118
Author(s):  
Rosa María Rivas García ◽  
Edgar Oliver Cardoso Espinosa
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Educational Evaluation ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
School Training ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
And Training

This chapter deals with the evaluation and identification of professional tourism educational and training competences with the purpose of recognizing the main characteristics of labour capacity in the tourism industry. Tourism is promoted through education, as well as through the development of skills and tools that result in an optimal labour performance during the stages of school training. Moreover, it describes the relationship of knowledge management in the tourism sector that leads to quality in human capital, in addition to professional alignment, in an educational context. As this section focuses on the overview of professional tourism, the following components are considered; the preamble and classification of the tourism industry, the conceptualization of educational evaluation and competence, and concludes with the description and analysis of the works targeted at the evaluation and identification of professional competences in tourism.

The Impact of Exchange Rate on Tourism Industry

2015 ◽  
pp. 107-118
Author(s):  
Meryem Samirkaş ◽  
Mustafa Can Samirkaş
Keyword(s):  
Exchange Rate ◽  
Current Account Deficit ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Currency Exchange ◽  
Currency Exchange Rates ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Causality Tests ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

Tourism sector that is increasingly important in the world economy, developing rapidly in Turkey and provides a serious contributions to country's economy because Turkey consistently has a current account deficit, tourism is an important source of income. There are many factors affecting tourism; it is clear that the industry can be affected by changes in macroeconomic variables, just like any other economic focus. In this context, it is possible that the foreign exchange rate and changes in the value of various currencies can affect tourism, especially with regards to the demands of the tourists themselves. By using the Johansen cointegration and Granger causality tests, this chapter focused on identifying the relationship between currency exchange rates and the demand for tourism in Turkey.

Malaysian Islamic medical tourism market: a SWOT analysis

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 444-460 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suhana Mohezar ◽  
Sedigheh Moghavvemi ◽  
Suhaiza Zailani
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Medical Tourism ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Hospital Managers ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to examine challenges and prospects of the Malaysian Islamic medical tourism sector and suggests strategies to leverage the strengths and opportunities as well as overcome the weaknesses and threats. Design/methodology/approach A series of semi-structured interviews were conducted with the Islamic hospital managers. Information collected was transcribed and content analysis was used to group the variables into the four SWOT categories. Findings The SWOT analysis identified several strengths (e.g. great hospitality, country’s characteristics and development of Islamic compliant hospital), weaknesses (e.g. low international certifications), opportunities (e.g. growing Muslim populations, Sept 11 incidence) and threats (e.g. competition from major medical tourism market and non-uniformity of Islamic medical tourism standards). Research limitations/implications This paper could provide understanding of the sector and fundamental on the Islamic medical tourism market. Yet the SWOT analysis does not indicate how to achieve competitive advantage and result may become obsolete, with the dynamic environments. Practical implications This paper could serve as a guideline for the industry stakeholders to have better understanding in their business environment. Originality/value This paper is the first of its kind to integrate SWOT analysis and Islamic medical tourism industry. Hence, the findings could broaden knowledge on Islamic medical tourism industry and facilitate firms in tapping the growing market.

scholarly journals Patterns of Islamic Banks Financing to Increase the Number of Halal Tourism and the Local Generated Income (PAD) Growth In Indonesia

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
Fadli Muhammad
Keyword(s):  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Islamic Banking ◽  
Islamic Banks ◽  
Islamic Bank ◽  
Bank Financing ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Capital Financing ◽  
Tourism Potential ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

This study aims to analyze the relationship of Islamic bank financing to the increase the number of halal tourists and the growth the local generated income (PAD) period 2015-2016 in 33 provinces, Indonesia. Using the research method is granger causality and panel data multiple regression with the Minitab analytical tool. This model analyzes the influence of Islamic bank financing contributions to the number of halal tours and the local generated income. The amount of Islamic banks financing in the tourism sector such as restaurant and tourism business has contributed to increase the number of halal tourists and the growth of the local generated income (PAD). The results of this study can be used for the Islamic banking industry to support capital financing for the halal industry. In previous studies only analyzed the halal tourism potential, as well as the potential of the tourism industry in general for the local generated income. However, this study discusses the contribution of Islamic bank financing to the number of halal tourism and an increase in the local generated income.

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