Defense of the dissertation of Mukatova Rabiga Askarovna for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the educational program «8D11102 - Tourist service: government foresight»
L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, a dissertation defense for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Mukatova Rabiga Askarovna on the topic «Innovative directions of development of ethno-tourism in Kazakhstan (on the example of Ulytau region)» in the educational program «8D11102 - Tourist service: government foresight».
The dissertation was carried out at the department of «Tourism» of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University.
The language of defense is kazakh.
Official reviewers:
Kadyrbekova Dinara Serikovna – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), acting associate professor of «Tourism and Service» Department, Kazakh Academy of Sport and Tourism (Almaty, Republic of Kazakhstan);
Bayburiyev Ruslan Muratovich – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), acting. associate professor of «Recreational Geography and Tourism» Department, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (Almaty, Republic of Kazakhstan).
Temporary members of the Dissertation Council:
Ibragimov Nutfillo Salimovich – Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, Head of «Tourism» Department, Bukhara State University (Bukhara, Republic of Uzbekistan);
Abdimanapov Bahadurkhan Sharipovich – Doctor of Geographical Sciences, Professor of «Geography and Ecology» Department, Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University (Almaty, Republic of Kazakhstan);
Sadykov Zhasulan Amangeldyevich – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Social Work and Tourism, Esil University (Astana, Republic of Kazakhstan);
Abdikarimova Madina Nurbulatovna – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Director of the School of Tourism, International University of Tourism and Hospitality (Turkestan, Republic of Kazakhstan).
Scientific consultants:
Mussina Kamshat Pazilbekovna – candidate of economic sciences, associate professor of Tourism Department, NPO JSC «L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University» (Astana, Republic of Kazakhstan);
Maribel Isabel Rodriguez Zapatero – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Professor of University of Cordoba (Cordoba, Spain).
The defense will take place on July 03, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Dissertation Council for the training direction «8D111 - Service sector» in the educational program «8D11102 - Tourist service: government foresight» of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. The defense meeting is planned to be held in a mixed (offline and online) format.
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Abstract (English): Dissertation work of Mukatova Rabiga Askarovna «Innovative directions of development of ethno-tourism in Kazakhstan (on the example of Ulytau region)», presented for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the educational program "8D11102 - Tourist service: government foresight". Relevance of research theme. Kazakhstan is a multinational country, which preserve national culture, traditions, and customs by passing them from generation to generation. Thanks to the wealth and diversity of natural, cultural, and historical resources, Kazakhstan has a great opportunity to attract international tourists and create an additional source of income. In this regard, the country faces the task of developing the tourism industry and infrastructure, as well as ethno-tourism, which can attract both domestic and foreign tourists. Tourism is one of the most efficient industries, generating a significant portion of the GDP of many countries, benefiting the global economy, and creating new jobs. Currently, the development of ethno-tourism requires certain innovative changes, since modern tourists are becoming bored and uninterested in visiting popular and developed tourist centers, relaxing on the beach, participating in shopping tours, this type of recreation has become commonplace for tourists, moreover, after the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for domestic tours with national specifics and an ethnic component is increasing. Currently, the development of ethno-tourism is one of the most relevant issues, because this type of tourism can affect on the increase in domestic and international tourist flows both abroad and in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Since ethno-tourism allows tourists to get acquainted with their own culture and the national characteristics of other peoples, strengthen interethnic relations, there is an objective need to conduct research aimed at identifying and developing innovative areas of ethno-tourism. Ethno-tourism allows tourists to get in touch with the history and culture of the country. In 2019, at the tourism forum in Ulytau, tourism specialists from different countries analyzed the historical and cultural heritage of Kazakhstan, and the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted the special significance of Ulytau region and considered the possibilities to develop ethno-tourism in Ulytau. On June 8, 2022, a new Ulytau region was created, previously part of the Karaganda region, located in the central part of Kazakhstan, where the innovative development of the region is relevant. With its diverse cultural, historical, and natural resources, Ulytau has huge potential to become a popular tourist destination for both domestic and foreign ethno-tourists. Analyzing the development of ethno-tourism in Ulytau, the lack of a formed ethno-tourism product was determined, and within the framework of the ongoing research, ways of innovative development of ethno-tourism in the region were considered. According to the concept of tourism industry development of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2023–2029, approved by the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, ethno-tourism is considered as one of the priority areas for development. These factors determine the relevance of the work. The purpose of the dissertation research is the theoretical and methodological justification of innovative directions and suggestions for the development of ethno-tourism in Kazakhstan based on the example Ulytau region. In accordance with the purpose of the study, the following research objectives were identified: - determine the theoretical and methodological foundations of the innovative development of ethno-tourism; - study theoretical concepts and foreign experience in the innovative development of ethno-tourism; - analyze the current state of ethno-tourism development in the Republic of Kazakhstan and regional trends in the domestic tourism market; - explore the features of ethno-tourism development in Ulytau; - recommendations on innovative development of ethno-tourism in Ulytau, using glamping as accommodation for tourists. The object of the study is Ulytau region of the Republic of Kazakhstan and its potential in ethno-tourism development. The subject of the research is organizational and economic relations that arise in the process of innovative development of ethno-tourism in Ulytau. Theoretical and methodological basis of the study. The theoretical foundations of the dissertation research are the works of domestic and foreign scientists in the area of innovative development of ethno-tourism. The research work used various scientific research methods, including comparison, SWOT analysis, content analysis, survey, statistical analysis, expert survey, Delphi method, etc. The research results were analyzed using SPSS IBM 20, Excel, Smart PLS programs . The information base of the study is based on legislation, regulations of the Republic of Kazakhstan on tourism activities, government programs and concepts, scientific articles and periodicals, official materials, electronic resources, monographs, official statistical data of the National Bureau of Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan, based on official reporting materials of the Akimats of Ulytau and Karagandy regions, information from official websites, reference materials in the field of tourism of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index and other relevant official indices and reporting information. Scientific novelty of the dissertation work: 1. Definitions and concepts in the field of ethno-tourism were analyzed and systematized, the author’s adjustment to the definition of the concept “Ethno-tourism” was given. 2. Recommendations for the development of ethno-tourism in Kazakhstan have been developed based on foreign experience in the innovative development of ethno-tourism. 3. The directions of innovative development of ethno-tourism in Ulytau were studied and the concept of innovative development of ethno-tourism was created. 4. The innovative development of ethno-tourism as a means of achieving sustainable development goals using the example of Ulytau is considered, the use of glamping in the national style in Ulytau is proposed and economically justified, and event calendar of ethno-tourism activities is compiled. 5. With the help of the Smart PLS program, a structural model for the development of ethno-tourism in Ulytau has been developed, which is based on the influence of the innovativeness of residents, economic, social conditions, and environmental factors. The main provisions of the dissertation work submitted for defense: 1. Author's correction to the definition of the concept “Ethno-tourism”. 2. Recommendations for adapting foreign experience in the development and promotion of ethno-tourism. 3. The concept of innovative development of ethno-tourism. 4. Economically justified proposals for the use of glamping in Ulytau, event calendar of ethno-tourism activities. 5. Structural model developed by the Smart PLS program for the development of ethno-tourism in Ulytau. Theoretical and practical significance of the dissertation work. The results of the dissertation can be used for the further development of scientific and applied research on the innovative development of ethno-tourism. The implementation of research results is confirmed by implementation acts. Approbation of research results. The main provisions of the dissertation were published and discussed at international scientific and practical conferences. Scientific articles have been published on dissertation’s theme. In addition, implementation certificates were obtained based on the research results. The proposals were confirmed by relevant acts on the implementation of scientific research results and were used in the work of the following organizations: “Kazakh Tourism” National Company” JSC, Akimat of the Ulytau region, National Historical, Cultural and Natural Reserve-Museum "Ulytau", «Joshy Han Tour» LLP, “Department of Entrepreneurship and Industry of the Ulytau Region”, which is responsible for the “Visit Ulytau” portal. Scientific publications. Totally, 10 articles were published on the theme of dissertation, including 2 articles in journals included in the Scopus index database, 4 articles in domestic publications recommended by the Committee for Quality Assurance in Science and Higher Education of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 4 articles in collections of international scientific conferences. Articles published in journals included in the Scopus database: - The Untapped Potential of Ethno-Tourism in Ulytau Region // Journal of Environmental Management and Tourism. – 2022. - Volume XIII. - 6(62). – P. 1534-1550. DOI:10.14505/jemt.v13.6(62).02 The article analyzed the development potential and determined the importance of ethno-tourism in Ulytau; also, based on the results of a study of ethno-tourism in the region, the prospects for the development of this type of tourism were considered. Despite the unique nature of Ulytau, various historical and archaeological sites and rich cultural heritage, the development of ethno-tourism in this region has been established in weak level. However, based on the results of the study, it can be argued that Ulytau has high potential for ethno-tourism development and becoming an attractive tourist destination for ethno-tourists in the future. - Residents’ attitude towards ethno-tourism in Ulytau, Kazakhstan // GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites. – 2024. - 52(1).- P. 77–84. https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.52107-1184. This article considered the attitude of the local population towards ethno-tourism, their openness and readiness for innovation, and residents’ attitude towards ethno-tourism in Ulytau. Based on the results of the study, it was determined that the development of ethno-tourism can help in increasing employment opportunities for local residents and their income, attracting foreign investment to the region, increasing sales of local agricultural products, development of infrastructure and improving the standard of living of the local population. Articles published in journals recommended by the Committee for Quality Assurance in Science and Higher Education of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan: - Business projects in the field of ethno tourism as a direction for increasing tourist attractiveness and protect cultural heritage of Kazakhstan // Economic series of the bulletin of L.N. Gumilyov ENU. – 2019. - № 4. - P. 184-192. - Шетелдік тәжірибедегі этнотуризм дамуының теориялық негіздері // Л..Н. Гумилев атындағы ЕҰУ хабаршысының экономика сериясы. – 2020. - № 2. – Б. 180-188. - Innovative development of ethno-tourism in Ulytau // Bulletin of Turan University. – 2022. - № 3(95). – P. 145-160. DOI:10.46914/1562-2959-2022-1-3-145-160. - Scientific Approaches to the Definition of Ethnо-Tourism Concept // Eurasian Journal of Economic and Business Studies. – 2022. - 65(3). – P. 47-59. DOI:10.47703/ejebs.v3i65.135. The articles discussed the theoretical foundations and concepts for the development of ethno-tourism in foreign practice, ways to increase the tourist attractiveness of Kazakhstan, and directions for the innovative development of ethno-tourism in Ulytau. In addition, the current state of ethno-tourism in Ulytau and the prospects for its development were considered. Measures have been proposed to improve the infrastructure of ethno-tourism and services for tourists. Articles published in collections of international scientific conferences: - Theoretical aspects of ethno-tourism development. - Proceedings of the international online-conference «Modern trends of hotel and restaurant business development» Nur-Sultan, L.N.Gumilyov Eurasian National University, 2020. – P. 22-24. - Ethno-tourism as the main direction of sustainable tourism development. - Proceedings of the XV International Scientific Conference for students and young scholars «Ǵylym jáne bilim - 2020» Nur-Sultan, L.N.Gumilyov Eurasian National University, 2020. – P. 3613-3615. - Ethno-tourism in Ulytau region as an element to achieve sustainable development goals. // Sciences of Europe. – 2020. - Vol. 3. - No 50. - P. 56-61 - The directions of development of ethno-tourism in Kazakhstan. - 6 International Turkic World Tourism Symposium Proceedings, 2020. - P. 809-817. The personal contribution of the applicant is expressed in the collection of primary information, obtaining primary empirical data, processing, analysis, systematization of secondary information, independent organization, and implementation of all stages of research, determination of basic theoretical principles, development of proposals in accordance with the research topic, preparation of publications according to the results of the study. Structure and scope of the dissertation work. The dissertation consists of an introduction, three chapters, conclusion, list of references and appendices.
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