Table 1

Selection of tourism competencies by type of public policy and levels of government

TypeNationalProvincialCantonal
LeadershipDefine the general guidelines and directives of the tourism sectorNo leadership competenciesNo leadership competencies
PlanningDevelop and issue national public tourism policiesDevelop provincial-level tourism programs and projectsDevelop cantonal-level tourism programs, and projects
Formulate national tourism planFormulate the provincial tourism planFormulate the cantonal tourism plan
RegulationIssue regulations for the control of tourism activities and services at the national levelIssue regulations to regulate the development of the provincial tourism sector, in coordination with decentralised municipal governmentsIssue cantonal ordinances that contribute to the strengthening and development of tourism
Issue technical quality standards for tourism activities and services3.2. Regulate the operating hours of tourism establishments
ControlGrant tourism registration to tourism service providersNo control competenciesEnsure that tourism establishments comply with national and cantonal regulations
Grant permits, patents and licenses for the development of tourism activities within the State’s Natural AreasControl tourism activities in municipal protected areas
ManagementDevelop and manage the national tourism establishments registryNo registry competenciesUpdate the registry of tourism establishments in the municipality, in accordance with national regulations
Promote and encourage tourismPromote tourism activities within the province in coordination with relevant institutionsPromote the development of municipal tourism activities, especially the creation and functioning of associative organisations and community tourism enterprises
Develop and manage the national inventory of tourism attractionsPromote provincial tourism projects that align with current legislationDevelop and update the inventory of tourism attractions within its jurisdiction
Source(s): National Council of Competencies (2016) 

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