scholarly journals Women Entrepreneurs and Survival of Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-12
Author(s):  
Lawal Muhammad
Keyword(s):  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Analysis Data ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Income Generation ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Adequate Funding ◽  
Nigerian Government ◽  
High Level ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities

This research set out to analyze the women entrepreneurs and survival of small–scale enterprises in Nigeria. The objective of this paper is to determine the extent of women entrepreneurs and survival of SSEs in Nigeria. One Hundred and Twenty Eight (128) questionnaires were retrieved for analysis. Data collected were analyzed using multiple regressions. The results revealed that Women entrepreneurs experience and women entrepreneurs’ level of education have significant effect on the survival of small scale enterprises in Nigeria. The study therefore, concluded that an increase in training or improvement in the activities of women entrepreneurship will lead to a significant increase in the maintenance and sustainability of SSEs in Nigeria. This paper recommended that since, women entrepreneurs experience and high level of education led to the survival of SSEs in Nigeria therefore, the Nigerian government should provide an avenue for adequate funding, training on entrepreneurship, provision of infrastructural facilities and enabling environment in order to enhance the women entrepreneurial activities as this would translate to increase in an income generation, provision of employment and reduction of poverty in Nigeria.  Keywords: Entrepreneurship, Women Entrepreneurs, Small Scale Enterprises, Women Entrepreneurship and Survival.

scholarly journals Women Entrepreneuurs and Survival of Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 176-183
Author(s):  
Lawal Muhammad
Keyword(s):  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Analysis Data ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Income Generation ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Multiple Regressions ◽  
Adequate Funding ◽  
Nigerian Government ◽  
High Level ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities

This research set out to analyze the women entrepreneurs and survival of small–scale enterprises in Nigeria. The objective of this paper is to determine the extent of women entrepreneurs and survival of SSEs in Nigeria. One Hundred and Twenty Eight (128) questionnaires were retrieved for analysis. Data collected were analyzed using multiple regressions. The results revealed that Women entrepreneurs experience and women entrepreneurs’ level of education have significant effect on the survival of small scale enterprises in Nigeria. The study therefore, concluded that an increase in training or improvement in the activities of women entrepreneurship will lead to a significant increase in the maintenance and sustainability of SSEs in Nigeria. This paper recommended that since, women entrepreneurs experience and high level of education led to the survival of SSEs in Nigeria therefore, the Nigerian government should provide an avenue for adequate funding, training on entrepreneurship, provision of infrastructural facilities and enabling environment in order to enhance the women entrepreneurial activities as this would translate to increase in an income generation, provision of employment and reduction of poverty in Nigeria. 

scholarly journals Faktor-faktor Determinan Kemandirian Wanita dalam Berwirausaha untuk Wilayah Banten

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 257-267
Author(s):  
Arif Surahman ◽  
Chandra Fitra Arifianto ◽  
Andriyani Hapsari
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
George Washington ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Access To Technology ◽  
High Level

Abstrak Penelitian ini berupaya untuk mengukur kemandirian wirausahawan wanita dengan melihat kepada faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhinya, antara lain berupa: akses terhadap teknologi,  pengalaman pernah kerja, kepemilikan anak, jumlah modal awal, dan tingkat pendidikan yang tinggi. Sampel yang diambil sebanyak 193 wirausahawan wanita yang memiliki usaha di wilayah provinsi Banten, dimana peneliti memberikan quesioner yang dijawab oleh responden. Metode untuk analisis data yang digunakan ialah model regresi binary logistic. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan hasil yang sama dengan yang ditemukan oleh Chaganti (1986), Universitas George Washington dan Riza, Setianingsih dan Chandra (2016) yang menemukan bahwa pengalaman kerja pada tempat sebelumnya dapat meningkatkan peluang seorang wirausahawan wanita menjadi mandiri. Selain itu, akses teknologi sebagai bagian dari perekonomian digital juga ditemukan bisa mendorong peluang seorang wirausahawan wanita menjadi mandiri.  Abstract This research is trying to measure the independence of women entrepreneurship by looking at various influencing factors such as Access to technology, working experience, owning a child, the amount of first capital and high level of education. The sample that is being used for this research is 193 respondent who lives in Banten. Questionnaires are used as an instrument for this research. The method of data analysis that is being used in this research are Binary Logistic Regression. The results from this research have shown the same result from findings of Chaganti (1986), and Riza, Setianingsih and Chandra (2016) which concluded that working experience can increase the probability for an independent women entrepreneurs. Moreover, access to technology as a part of the digital economy also has been proven can motivate the odds of women entrepreneur to become independent.    

Christian entrepreneurial activities and micro women entrepreneurship development

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 657-676 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fanny Adams Quagrainie ◽  
Abigail Opoku Mensah ◽  
Alex Yaw Adom
Keyword(s):  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Developing Economies ◽  
Entrepreneurial Ventures ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Entrepreneurship Development ◽  
Emergent Strategy ◽  
Start Up ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities ◽  
The Church

Purpose Review of literature suggests mixed findings on the relationship between the church and micro women entrepreneurship development. This signals that questions remain about the roles of churches in entrepreneurial development. Thus, this paper aims to explore what entrepreneurial activities are provided by churches to their micro women entrepreneurs and how do these activities influence their entrepreneurial start up and growth. Design/methodology/approach Phenomenological research methodologies were used to purposive collected data from 38 women entrepreneurs and four church administers in Tema. Results were analyzed using the emergent strategy. Findings The results suggest that churches provided four entrepreneurial activities which are categorized as finance, networking, promotion of self-confidence and impartation of ethical values. These factors promoted the growth of women entrepreneurial growth but not the start-up of entrepreneurial ventures. The study concluded that the church should provide more support for new entrepreneurial ventures. Therefore, embeddedness because of membership of a church is a critical part of women entrepreneurship development. Research limitations/implications Further studies will need to replicate these findings with other types of businesses, in other locations. Practical implications This study suggests that policymakers should be working in conjunction with churches in a bid to promote micro women entrepreneurship development. Originality/value Limited research has been conducted on church entrepreneurial activities in the development of micro women entrepreneurs in developing economies such as Ghana. This empirical research provides important insights into this field.

scholarly journals Women Entrepreneurship Development in Small Scale Sector in the Context of Globalisation

2003 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-47
Author(s):  
Himachalam D ◽  
Shankara M.
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Entrepreneurship Development ◽  
Entrepreneurial Development ◽  
Urban And Rural Areas ◽  
The Right

With the impetus on entrepreneurial development in semi-urban and rural areas to solve the threatening unemployment crisis, women entrepreneurs have a major role to play. Women are found equally capable and given the right encouragement and support, they are bound to contribute in abundance towards the upliftment of the small scale and tiny sector.

Socio-cultural environments and emerging economy entrepreneurship

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Grisna Anggadwita ◽  
Bachruddin Saleh Luturlean ◽  
Veland Ramadani ◽  
Vanessa Ratten
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activity ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Integrated Analysis ◽  
Cultural Environment ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities ◽  
The Impact

Purpose Women entrepreneurship has been growing and contributing significantly to economic activities, and it may also reduce unemployment, especially in developing countries. Many women entrepreneurs have begun to experience problems, including within their socio-cultural environment, in the beginning of or when they run their businesses. Among those developing countries, Indonesia has been recognized as having diverse ethnic groups, traditions, religions and languages. The purpose of this paper is to analyse how the socio-cultural environment affects women entrepreneurs in Indonesia. Design/methodology/approach This study aims at exploring the impact of the socio-cultural environment on entrepreneurial behavior, including the involvement of women in entrepreneurial activities in Indonesia as a multicultural country. A theoretical framework is empirically tested to identify the impact of the socio-culture environment on behavior and on women entrepreneurial activity through an integrated analysis. Findings A quantitative method with a causal descriptive approach is used in this study. The data are analyzed by using a descriptive statistics with the structural equation modeling technique. This study is intended to focus on women entrepreneurs in micro, small and medium enterprises in Bandung, Indonesia. A total of 210 women entrepreneurs have participated in this study. Practical implications include useful information for women entrepreneurs to overcome the impact of the socio-cultural environment in their entrepreneurial activities, and suggest insights for future research. Originality/value The development of women entrepreneurship in emerging economies may continuously face challenges, particularly in countries with multicultural attributes.

scholarly journals Women Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Business Development: Key Findings from a SWOT–AHP Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (9) ◽  
pp. 5298
Author(s):  
Daniel Stefan ◽  
Valentina Vasile ◽  
Anca Oltean ◽  
Calin-Adrian Comes ◽  
Anamari-Beatrice Stefan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Business Model ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Business Models ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Sustainable Business ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities ◽  
The Impact

This study highlights the perception of women entrepreneurs in Romania regarding specific drivers for a sustainable business model. This study uses a SWOT–AHP method to assess the importance of different factors that enforce or create barriers for the success in women entrepreneurial activities. SWOT analysis was conducted based on an extended literature review. An external expert in risk analysis assessed the importance of the SWOT analysis’ four dimensions—criteria. An AHP survey of 10 women entrepreneurs was conducted to evaluate the impact of each identified factor in sustaining or discouraging the success of their sustainable business model (SBM). The main results of the study present practical implications useful for designing a gender-balanced business environment. In the final part, the paper discusses women’s preference for the sustainable business model, the perceived importance of gender-related stereotypes for the development of sustainable business models, and the relevance of the new digital economy trend to Romanian women entrepreneurship.

scholarly journals An Overview of Women Entrepreneurship from Islamic Perspective

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 857-866
Author(s):  
Said Muhammad ◽  
Kong Ximei ◽  
Ilyas Sharif ◽  
Zahoor ul Haq
Keyword(s):  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Economic Prosperity ◽  
Economic Activities ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Social Growth ◽  
Islamic Perspective ◽  
The Family ◽  
Geographic Regions ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities ◽  
Different Cultures

Islam has encouraged women to participate in entrepreneurial activities for economic prosperity and social growth. Nevertheless, their participation in economic activities is very lesser than men globally. Previously, the field of entrepreneurship has been regarded as a male dominant sector. Entrepreneurship flourishes due to economic, social, ethical, and environmental factors while the practice of Sharia principles works as a catalyst in this process. Women entrepreneurship helps in alleviating poverty and unemployment that leads to socio-economic prosperity in a country. The motivation of starting women businesses varies in different cultures and geographic regions. Women engagements in different business activities can not only empower them socially and financially but can also share the household economic burden with men. Furthermore, it will also help them to make their decisions independently. Their entrepreneurial income can be used for their children’s education, health, and the betterment of society. They can also use the option of partnership within the family for the financial and social network. The challenges faced by these women entrepreneurs can be handled with their family support. This review provides a general overview of concepts, motives, challenges, and the prospects of women entrepreneurship from an Islamic perspective.

scholarly journals Rural Poverty Alleviation Strategies and Social Capital Link: The Mediation Role of Women Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation

SAGE Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 215824402092550 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charles Dwumfour Osei ◽  
Jincai Zhuang
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Rural Women ◽  
Poverty Alleviation ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Rural Poverty ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities

This article presents a novel insight into the extent to which social capital, social innovation, and women entrepreneurial activities contribute to rural poverty alleviation. Applying the structural equation modeling (SEM) technique through SmartPLS software version 3.0, data from a total sample of 333 women entrepreneurs in the Agribusiness sector from the Sekyere South District in Ghana were empirically analyzed. The findings from the study highlight the transformative potential of rural women entrepreneurs who utilize social capital from both formal and informal social networks toward rural poverty alleviation. Thus, study results revealed that women entrepreneurship growth performance is positively and significantly associated with rural poverty alleviation. Furthermore, the impacts of social innovation and relational social capital on poverty alleviation showed positive. We recommend that policymakers and development practitioners should empower more women into entrepreneurial activities in the agribusiness sector in rural areas to promote rural poverty alleviation in developing countries.

Women Entrepreneurship Development in India

2013 ◽  
Vol 64 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Ambiga ◽  
M. Ramasamy
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
New Delhi ◽  
Indian Women ◽  
Women Entrepreneurship ◽  
Entrepreneurship Development ◽  
Entrepreneurial Skills ◽  
The Government ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities

Role of Women in Economic Development is vital to achieve the inclusive growth. Entrepreneurship is one of the means to make involve them in Nation building and Economic Development. Till 1980s, only a very few women took Entrepreneurial activities in India1. In 1980, “New Delhi Declaration and Plan of Action” adopted to emphasize on development of entrepreneurial skills among the women. The decade (1980-1990) witnessed several institutional initiatives towards women entrepreneurship. Its only after the liberalization of Indian economy in 1990s, with the opportunities poured in and along with institutional support, Women entrepreneurship started to flourish. In this paper the concept and classification of Women Entrepreneurs is discussed. The hurdles faced by Women to set up the enterprises and the government schemes for Women Entrepreneurship development are also analyzed. The Success story of few Indian Women Entrepreneurs is narrated in brief. Finally it is concluded that the success of Women Entrepreneurship among City dwelling Upper middle Class Women should also be spread to Women in country side.

scholarly journals The Direct and Indirect Effect of Zakat on the Household Consumption of Mustahik (A Study of Zakat Recipients from BAZNAS Probolinggo Municipality)

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 41-56
Author(s):  
Elok Nurlita ◽  
Marlina Ekawaty
Keyword(s):  
Household Income ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Analysis Data ◽  
Household Consumption ◽  
Direct And Indirect Effects ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Intermediate Variable ◽  
Household Members ◽  
High Level ◽  
Effect Of Age

  This researchaimsto analyze the direct and indirect effects of zakat on the household consumption of mustahik. The research adopts a quantitative approach and usespath analysis. Data were obtained from 50 mustahik (zakat recipients)at BAZNAS Probolinggo Municipalityusing theproportional random sampling method. The results show that zakat and number of household members directly and indirectly affect the household consumption of mustahik. Furthermore, household income as an intermediate variable also affects the household consumption of mustahik, whereas education and age have no effect, either directly or indirectly. The lackof effect of education on consumption can be attributed to the mustahiks’ jobs, for which no education/special skills are required;thus, a high level of education does not affect household income and consumption. Similarly, the lack of effect of age on predicted consumption is because many mustahik are not at a productive age and do not work;increasing age does not therefore increase income and consumption. Keywords: Poverty, Consumptive Zakat, Productive Zakat, Household Consumption

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