Tourism and Small Business Development in Small Islands of Sabah: Prospects and Challenges
Title | Tourism and Small Business Development in Small Islands of Sabah: Prospects and Challenges PDF eBook |
Author | Arif @ Kamisan bin Pusiran |
Publisher | Universiti Malaysia Sabah Press |
Pages | 93 |
Release | 2019-08-03 |
Genre | Business & Economics |
ISBN | 9672962711 |
The book is an important volume about islands in Malaysia, particularly in Sabah. It is a useful collection about tourism and small business development with special focus on islands. This volume has discussed extensively the potential prospects and challenges related to the islands that the research team has visited. It shares valuable insights, knowledge and experiences that offer essential references and guidance for various stakeholders as well as future research. The research team is thankful and express the utmost appreciation for the support received from the Universiti Malaysia Sabah particularly the Research and Innovation Management Centre to make the study possible. Hence, the publication of this humble volume that may well benefit the wider audience.
Tourism and Small Business Development in Small Islands of Sabah
Title | Tourism and Small Business Development in Small Islands of Sabah PDF eBook |
Author | Arif Kamisan Pusiran |
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Pages | 80 |
Release | 2019 |
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ISBN | 9789672166474 |
Nature-based Tourism in Sabah
Title | Nature-based Tourism in Sabah PDF eBook |
Author | Nyip Shen Tham (Datuk.) |
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Release | 1995 |
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Tourism Growth and Entrepreneurship
Title | Tourism Growth and Entrepreneurship PDF eBook |
Author | Mastura Jaafar |
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Pages | 0 |
Release | 2018 |
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We investigated small tourism-related businesses in Kinabalu National Park, Sabah, to identify their characteristics and constraints. Awarded World Heritage Site status in 2000, Kinabalu National Park provides a wealth of economic opportunities to adjacent rural communities. Quantitative data from a sample of 145 tourism-related small business entrepreneurs from these communities revealed that most of these entrepreneurs were female, middle-aged or older, and poorly educated. Most used their own savings to establish and maintain their businesses, sustaining operations and staffing levels throughout the year despite seasonal slumps in tourist numbers, marginal profits, and a lack of tourism-specific knowledge and skills. Respondents received virtually no financial support or training from government sources and there were few incentives for the local community to participate in tourism-related activities. Government and related organizations should aim to reduce such constraints on the operations of small businesses to ensure more sustainable tourism development in Kinabalu National Park.
Insights into the Hospitality Industry in Sabah : Issues and Challenges
Title | Insights into the Hospitality Industry in Sabah : Issues and Challenges PDF eBook |
Author | Juliana Langgat |
Publisher | Universiti Malaysia Sabah Press |
Pages | 138 |
Release | 2022-01-31 |
Genre | Business & Economics |
ISBN | 967273820X |
This book is a compilation of research findings that explicitly discussed the hospitality industry issues and challenges in Sabah. The findings shared in this book will be used as a reference and guideline for stakeholders in promoting Sabah as a tourist destination. This book briefly discussed the accommodation, food and beverage, tourism, and employees that form the main components of the hospitality and tourism industry. It is hoped that this book can provide significant insights and benefits to readers and researchers about the hospitality industry in Sabah.
Problems & Prospects in International Business
Title | Problems & Prospects in International Business PDF eBook |
Author | Academy of International Business. Southeast Asia Regional Conference |
Publisher | |
Pages | 636 |
Release | 1992 |
Genre | Asia |
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Borneo 2000: Language, management, and tourism
Title | Borneo 2000: Language, management, and tourism PDF eBook |
Author | Borneo Research Council (Williamsburg, Va.). Conference |
Publisher | |
Pages | 538 |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | Borneo |
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