This study examined the influence of entrepreneurs level of education on the performance of medium enterprises in automobile industry in Anambra State, Nigeria. The study made use of a sample of 300 respondents out of which 298 responded to the questionnaire. The data were collected through questionnaire and were analysed using descriptive statistics and regression technique of the Ordinary Least Square OLS . Findings from the t test of the hypotheses revealed that with the exception of professional certification which was not significant, all the coefficients apprenticeship training, tertiary education and mentoring significantly influenced the performance of medium enterprises in the automobile industry in Anambra State. The study therefore recommends that that there is a need for the development of supervised apprenticeship training programme by the agency regulating medium enterprises since apprenticeship training programme has been found to significantly influence the performance of medium enterprises in automobile industry. The entrepreneurs need to improve on their tertiary education and professional certification. This will give them comparative advantages in automobile industry and also influence their investment decision. The entrepreneurs should also strive to be properly mentored especially during their apprenticeship training. This will help enhance their business initiative in the competitive automobile industry. Edokobi, Tonna David | Okoli, Ngozika Nkeiruka | Akwaeze, Emeka Alex "Entrepreneurs’ Level of Education and Performance of Medium Enterprises in Automobile Industry, Anambra State, Nigeria" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-3 , April 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd30330.pdf Paper Url :https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/business-administration/30330/entrepreneurs%E2%80%99-level-of-education-and-performance-of-medium-enterprises-in-automobile-industry-anambra-state-nigeria/edokobi-tonna-david
Entrepreneurs Level of Education and Performance of Selected Manufacturing Fi...ijtsrd
This study was necessitated by the perceived unimpressive performance of the Nigeria manufacturing sector when compared to other developing economies. It therefore examines entrepreneurs level of education and performance of selected manufacturing firms in Anambra state using multiple econometric models. Findings reveal that there is no significant relationship between entrepreneurs with non degree certificate and the return on investment of the selected manufacturing firms in Anambra state. Entrepreneurs with degree certificate were identified to have significant positive relationship on the return on investment of the selected manufacturing firms in Anambra state. Based on the analysis and findings of this study, the researcher therefore recommends that degree and higher education certificate awareness for entrepreneurs and intending entrepreneurs by the government is important to enable them develop the intellectuality for growing a business. This will help address the challenge of business failures. Agencies that regulate manufacturing firms should formulate policies that will facilitate the acquisition of higher educational qualification by entrepreneurs, because of its potential in improving firms' growth performance. Agbasi, Obianuju Emmanuela | Edoko, Tonna David | Nwangene, Ogochukwu Christian "Entrepreneurs' Level of Education and Performance of Selected Manufacturing Firms in Anambra State, Nigeria" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-5 , August 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd25299.pdfPaper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/25299/entrepreneurs-level-of-education-and-performance-of-selected-manufacturing-firms-in-anambra-state-nigeria/agbasi-obianuju-emmanuela
Problems and Opportunities of Software Industry in KashmirJunaid Rafiqi
A project report on "Problems and Opportunities of Software Industry in Kashmir" with the objectives to find the current issues and limitations faced by the Software Industry of Kashmir along with the future opportunities of the same.
ERIA's Chief Economist Prof Fukunari Kimura gave a presentation on inter-regional trade integration during the second session of the High-level Symposium on Intra-ASEAN Trade and Investment: Enhancing Intra-ASEAN Trade and Investment for a Cohesive and Responsive ASEAN held in Hanoi on 10 January 2020. Prof Kimura showed how intra-ASEAN trade flows are at good and stable level but nevertheless there is room for expanding these flows. He also explained how trade is changing in ASEAN and at global level: from more traditional forms of trade to trade linkages enabled by international economic networks and driven by digital technologies.
India faces a large skill gap, with only 3% of its workforce possessing the skills needed for their jobs. By 2022, India will need 500 million skilled workers but is currently only producing 3.4 million skilled workers annually. Several sectors like electronics, IT, and retail will require millions of new skilled employees in the coming years to meet demand. Addressing India's large skill gap is important for initiatives like Make in India and for the country's overall economic and social growth.
Indian Oil & Gas Leaders Conclave - Discussion Summaryvsingha
The document summarizes a discussion at a Leaders Conclave on developing talent for the global oil and gas industry in India. Key topics included comparing the oil and gas industry to the successful IT industry in India, improving industry branding to attract young talent, better hiring and training practices, and ideas for common industry initiatives like establishing an industry body. The discussion focused on addressing issues like an impending skills gap due to industry retirements and developing a sustainable talent pipeline for oil and gas organizations in India.
From a million graduates every year, only 3% is appropriately employable
to skilfully accomplish productive jobs. About half of the country’s people
being young people; this presents a remarkable opportunity that can be
utilised for the social, economic and sustainable growth of nation.
Although, India boasts of having approximately 3.4 million skilled
manpower, but the country will need around 500 million skilled workers,
according to a report by ILO (Indian Labour Organisation) by 2022. This
proposition presents as an imperative national priority to be addressed by
addressing the issue of skill gap. Skill building is very important for making
the aim of “Make in India”, a campaign announced by Present Prime
Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, a real success. This paper seeks to address the
issue of skill gap and strives to present some key suggestions for skill
building.
Keywords:
Multidisciplinary Journal Supported by TETFund. The journals would publish papers covering a wide range of subjects in journal science, management science, educational, agricultural, architectural, accounting and finance, business administration, entrepreneurship, business education, all journals
The main objective of this study was to investigate the challenges and opportunities of growth of
MSEs in Asella town. MSEs have been regarded as the machine of economic growth and development all over
the world. It also play a crucial role in the development of the economy with their effective, efficient, flexible
and innovative entrepreneurial spirit
Entrepreneurs Level of Education and Performance of Selected Manufacturing Fi...ijtsrd
This study was necessitated by the perceived unimpressive performance of the Nigeria manufacturing sector when compared to other developing economies. It therefore examines entrepreneurs level of education and performance of selected manufacturing firms in Anambra state using multiple econometric models. Findings reveal that there is no significant relationship between entrepreneurs with non degree certificate and the return on investment of the selected manufacturing firms in Anambra state. Entrepreneurs with degree certificate were identified to have significant positive relationship on the return on investment of the selected manufacturing firms in Anambra state. Based on the analysis and findings of this study, the researcher therefore recommends that degree and higher education certificate awareness for entrepreneurs and intending entrepreneurs by the government is important to enable them develop the intellectuality for growing a business. This will help address the challenge of business failures. Agencies that regulate manufacturing firms should formulate policies that will facilitate the acquisition of higher educational qualification by entrepreneurs, because of its potential in improving firms' growth performance. Agbasi, Obianuju Emmanuela | Edoko, Tonna David | Nwangene, Ogochukwu Christian "Entrepreneurs' Level of Education and Performance of Selected Manufacturing Firms in Anambra State, Nigeria" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-5 , August 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd25299.pdfPaper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/25299/entrepreneurs-level-of-education-and-performance-of-selected-manufacturing-firms-in-anambra-state-nigeria/agbasi-obianuju-emmanuela
Problems and Opportunities of Software Industry in KashmirJunaid Rafiqi
A project report on "Problems and Opportunities of Software Industry in Kashmir" with the objectives to find the current issues and limitations faced by the Software Industry of Kashmir along with the future opportunities of the same.
ERIA's Chief Economist Prof Fukunari Kimura gave a presentation on inter-regional trade integration during the second session of the High-level Symposium on Intra-ASEAN Trade and Investment: Enhancing Intra-ASEAN Trade and Investment for a Cohesive and Responsive ASEAN held in Hanoi on 10 January 2020. Prof Kimura showed how intra-ASEAN trade flows are at good and stable level but nevertheless there is room for expanding these flows. He also explained how trade is changing in ASEAN and at global level: from more traditional forms of trade to trade linkages enabled by international economic networks and driven by digital technologies.
India faces a large skill gap, with only 3% of its workforce possessing the skills needed for their jobs. By 2022, India will need 500 million skilled workers but is currently only producing 3.4 million skilled workers annually. Several sectors like electronics, IT, and retail will require millions of new skilled employees in the coming years to meet demand. Addressing India's large skill gap is important for initiatives like Make in India and for the country's overall economic and social growth.
Indian Oil & Gas Leaders Conclave - Discussion Summaryvsingha
The document summarizes a discussion at a Leaders Conclave on developing talent for the global oil and gas industry in India. Key topics included comparing the oil and gas industry to the successful IT industry in India, improving industry branding to attract young talent, better hiring and training practices, and ideas for common industry initiatives like establishing an industry body. The discussion focused on addressing issues like an impending skills gap due to industry retirements and developing a sustainable talent pipeline for oil and gas organizations in India.
From a million graduates every year, only 3% is appropriately employable
to skilfully accomplish productive jobs. About half of the country’s people
being young people; this presents a remarkable opportunity that can be
utilised for the social, economic and sustainable growth of nation.
Although, India boasts of having approximately 3.4 million skilled
manpower, but the country will need around 500 million skilled workers,
according to a report by ILO (Indian Labour Organisation) by 2022. This
proposition presents as an imperative national priority to be addressed by
addressing the issue of skill gap. Skill building is very important for making
the aim of “Make in India”, a campaign announced by Present Prime
Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, a real success. This paper seeks to address the
issue of skill gap and strives to present some key suggestions for skill
building.
Keywords:
Multidisciplinary Journal Supported by TETFund. The journals would publish papers covering a wide range of subjects in journal science, management science, educational, agricultural, architectural, accounting and finance, business administration, entrepreneurship, business education, all journals
The main objective of this study was to investigate the challenges and opportunities of growth of
MSEs in Asella town. MSEs have been regarded as the machine of economic growth and development all over
the world. It also play a crucial role in the development of the economy with their effective, efficient, flexible
and innovative entrepreneurial spirit
International Journal of Business and Management Invention (IJBMI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Business and Management Invention (IJBMI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Business and Management. IJBMI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Business and Management, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
The Journal will bring together leading researchers, engineers and scientists in the domain of interest from around the world. Topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to
Influence of Cooperative Credit on Cassava Production in Anambra State, NigeriaYogeshIJTSRD
The study analyzed the influence of cooperative credit on cassava production. A multi stage sampling technique was used to select 120 respondents in the study area and structured questionnaire was administered for data collection. Descriptive statistics was used to analyze the socio economic characteristics of the respondents while multiple regressions using exponential form was used to quantitatively determine the influence of credit obtained and utilized on cassava output. It showed that 36.7 of the respondents were above 60 years of age which can be grouped as aged this revealed that majority of the farmers there are within their prime age and can utilize credit obtained effectively and efficiently. 76.7 of these farmers were males while the remaining 23.3 were females, majority of the respondents were married and 84.2 of them had formal education. Average amount requested by the farmers was N212, 600,000 but N185, 725,000 was approved this shows that the farmers in that location are small scale farmers which they need to upgrade to large scale in order to produce in large quantity and have durable profit. Influence of credit on cassava output showed that 89.7 of the regression was explained by the regessors. The result revealed that the farming experience with credit use, interest rate charged, total expenditure on production, and loan repayment period were the major significant that influence cassava output. Also, the hypothesis results revealed that credit obtained and utilized had significance influence on cassava output. And concluded that cassava production in the study area is worthwhile embarking on and that credit enhances the farmer’s production, which was reflected in their cassava output. Therefore recommended that credit institutions or lending agencies should lend money to the small scale farmers to improve their productivity, financial institutions in the country should see to the smooth spending of the credit received to avoid diversion of credit. Nwafor, Grace Obiageli | Umebali, Emmanuel E. "Influence of Cooperative Credit on Cassava Production in Anambra State, Nigeria" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-5 , August 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd43931.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/other/43931/influence-of-cooperative-credit-on-cassava-production-in-anambra-state-nigeria/nwafor-grace-obiageli
ICBEM2012: Knowledge Management for Small and Medium Enterprises to Win the C...Djadja Sardjana
Small medium enterprises (SMEs ) has been an active part in various improvements in the economy in a country. Globalization is an era that is inevitable. Today, all nations are competing to be the leader in the era of competition. One way is to create competitiveness through the implementation of Knowledge Management in SMEs . To go on such a needed institution building measures approach towards SMEs to understand the problems of the mastery of knowledge to businesses, especially those related to knowledge management efforts.
This document presents a preliminary study on developing a Six Sigma framework for Indonesian small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It discusses the limited application of Six Sigma in Indonesian SMEs and their relatively low productivity. The authors propose a Six Sigma framework for SMEs consisting of five modules: strategy, people, projects, methodology, and tools. The framework is designed to align Six Sigma activities with business strategy using a project-based approach and DMAIC methodology. Future research will focus on customizing this framework for Indonesian SMEs and testing its implementation.
This presentation summarizes key marketing strategies for technology companies to promote their solutions to enterprise decision makers. It recommends original video content, influencer marketing, high-value educational content, integrating marketing with live events, using marketing automation tools, and re-marketing to existing customers. The strategies aim to engage buyers by understanding their challenges and proving the company's thought leadership and unique solutions.
Analysis for the career development of new generation in pakistanAlexander Decker
The document discusses threats and opportunities for career development of the new generation in Pakistan. It analyzes key threats such as economic downturn, lack of skills, and long-term unemployment. Opportunities discussed include jobs in government, private sector, entrepreneurship and overseas. Figures show the major threat is economic meltdown, while most opportunities exist in entrepreneurship. Recommendations are provided such as training programs, merit-based recruitment, and facilitating entrepreneurship to develop the new generation's careers.
Role of Finance and Organizational Climate on Entrepreneurial Development amo...ijtsrd
Entrepreneurship is a key driver of economic growth and economic development. It is also a medium through which unemployment can be reduced and innovation can be promoted. It is a fact to say that entrepreneurship is a panacea for poverty reduction and eradication which is one of the cardinal eight point agenda of Millennium Development Goals. Entrepreneurship is seen as a key vehicle for employment creation, creation of economic wealth, and an essential means of enhancing the innovation dynamics in the local, regional and national economies Chris 2010 . Entrepreneurship provides a satisfying and rewarding working life, provides a flexible lifestyle and considerable business autonomy. It is becoming an increasingly important career option for unemployed people, secondary school and university graduates. At the national level, entrepreneurial activity contributes to economic growth and economic development Chris 2010 . Many researchers have written extensively on entrepreneurship and its effectiveness to the development of any given economy. Akanni 2008 further opined that the experiences of developed economies in relation to the roles played by entrepreneurship buttresses the fact that the significance of entrepreneurship cannot be overemphasize particularly among developing countries. In order to highlight its importance in relation to the growth and development of a given economy, entrepreneurship has been variously referred to as "source of economic growth". This is because entrepreneurial activities have been found to be capable of making positive impact on the economy of a nation and the quality of life of the people Adejumo, 2000 . Ojo Adeshina Akinwumi | Abifarin Olusola Michael | Dr. Okoklie Emmanuel Azuka "Role of Finance and Organizational Climate on Entrepreneurial Development among Selected Residents" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-4 , June 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd30297.pdf Paper Url :https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/30297/role-of-finance-and-organizational-climate-on-entrepreneurial-development-among-selected-residents/ojo-adeshina-akinwumi
Entrepreneurship education is considered a vital tool for nurturing talents and
redirecting the energy of young people for profitable engagement and economic
growth. This study investigated the perception of students on entrepreneurship
education as it relates to the emergence of E-start-ups in Nigeria. The study used
quantitative method based on survey approach for the collection of data. A total of
306 copies of questionnaire were administered to 200-500 level students in a Nigerian
university. This study used simple random sample under the probability sampling
technique for the selection of the respondent. Hence, each member of the population
was given equal chance of being chosen from the population in no particular order.
The criteria for the selection is 200-500 students of various colleges (College of
Business, Social Sciences, Engineering, Science Technology and others) in Nigeria
Entrepreneurial capability and entrepreneurial success of smallAlexander Decker
This document provides a review of conceptual and theoretical frameworks on entrepreneurial orientation and entrepreneurial competencies and their relationship to entrepreneurial success, especially for small and medium enterprises. It discusses definitions and dimensions of entrepreneurial orientation and competencies. For entrepreneurial orientation, it focuses on the three dimensions of risk taking, innovation, and proactiveness. For competencies, it discusses various models that identify important competency areas. Relevant theories discussed include personality trait theory and competency models. The conclusion discusses how higher entrepreneurial orientation and competencies can positively impact entrepreneurial success.
Punjab has taken major initiatives over the last two years to promote its IT/ITeS sector, including infrastructure development, skills training, and policy reforms. The state aims to increase its contribution to national IT exports and workforce over the next decade. Currently, Mohali has emerged as Punjab's key IT cluster, with over 350 registered IT units exporting $196 million in 2009-10. Major players like Dell, Quark, and Tata have set up facilities in the state's IT parks and economic zones, taking advantage of its educated workforce and improving infrastructure.
Effect of Cooperative Membership on Needs Satisfaction among Staff of Tertiar...YogeshIJTSRD
This document examines the effect of cooperative membership on needs satisfaction among staff of tertiary institutions in Anambra State, Nigeria. It begins with an introduction that defines cooperatives and discusses their role in meeting members' needs and satisfaction. The study aims to examine the effect of cooperative membership length, membership status, and frequency of patronage on members' physical needs satisfaction. The literature review covers concepts of cooperatives and discusses how length of membership and frequency of patronage can influence members' satisfaction levels. The methodology section details the sample size of 377 cooperative members selected from tertiary institution staff using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data was collected through primary sources and analyzed using descriptive statistics and regression analysis to test the study hypothesis. The findings
Technological progress is disrupting existing work systems in India. To manage this disruption, investments in lifelong learning and worker training are needed to help workers gain new skills. A social protection system is also required to support workers. While companies expect technology to create new jobs, skills gaps present a barrier to technology adoption. Companies plan to address this through retraining workers or having them learn new skills on the job. Preparing India's workforce for the future will require focused efforts on education, skills development, and ensuring opportunities for women and other groups.
This document summarizes the Asian startup ecosystems based on data from reports by the World Bank, Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, and World Economic Forum. It groups the ecosystems into four categories:
1) Group 1 (Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan) have attractive and mature environments for starting businesses with easy business registration and relatively good funding availability.
2) Group 2 (Japan, South Korea) have strong technological capabilities but face challenges in attracting talent and accessing funding.
3) Group 3 (Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam) have active entrepreneurial cultures but startups tend to focus on simple, proven business models targeting the local market.
4) Group 4 (Be
Learning and Skilling - A Future Work PerspectiveIET India
Businesses seem to be changing at a relentless pace with the advent of AI and big data. Organisations exist in a VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity) state rather than anticipating known risks. Change is the new normal and here to stay, we need to embrace it.
Upskilling and staying relevant are much needed during these trying times and staying calm and focused can help put things in perspective.
Ability to adapt is the most important skill at a time when companies are undergoing digital transformation and this skill takes precedence over technical knowledge, communication skills or problem solving – all of which are touted as important 21st century skills. But how do individuals as well as organisations build this crucial skill?
View the report to know how to bridge the skill gap
Business constraints and potential growth of small and medium enterprises in ...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a literature review on business constraints affecting the potential growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Tanzania. The study identified 10 common constraints from 15 previous studies: inadequate business training, insufficient capital, competition, anti-entrepreneurial culture, bureaucratic registration procedures, high taxes, technological barriers, theft and lack of trust, poor infrastructure, and corruption. The literature review found that inadequate business training, insufficient capital, and anti-entrepreneurial culture were the most significant constraints, appearing in over 50% of the studies. The document aims to assess these constraints and their relationship to the potential growth of SMEs in Tanzania.
The document discusses the IT cluster in Bengaluru, India. It provides background on India's economy and outlines the growth of the IT industry in India since the 1980s. It then focuses on Bengaluru, describing how it became a major IT hub, with over 1 million direct IT jobs. The document analyzes Bengaluru's IT cluster using Porter's Diamond Model, examining factors like skilled labor forces, government support, and related/supporting industries that have contributed to its success. It also notes challenges faced, such as infrastructure issues and competition from other emerging clusters.
Training and Development Practices and Employees’ Performance in Selected Man...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
Managing workforce diversity in manufacturing organisations has been a problem all over the world including Nigeria. Manufacturing organisations in Nigeria continue to experience occasional drop in performance due to employees’ apathy and non-challant attitudes as a result of high level of dissatisfaction caused by inadequate attention to training and development practices. This study assessed the relationships between training and development practices and employees’ performance in selected manufacturing companies in Nigeria. A cross sectional survey research design was employed, and out of the 1,568 copies of questionnaire that were administered proportionally in the selected manufacturing companies, 1,153 copies were retrieved and found useful. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and the hypotheses were tested using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). The results of the findings show f-statistics of 223.717 and so, there is a significant relationship between training and development practices and employees’ performance among Nigerians working in the selected manufacturing companies. Also, f-statistics of 244.391 shows a significant relationship between training and development practices and employees’ performance among other nationals in the selected MNCs. The study concluded that there are significant relationships between training and development practices and employees’ performance in selected manufacturing MNCs in Nigeria.
Challenges Of Indian Information Technology Outsourcing And Offshoring Servic...Uday Shankar AB
It is astounding to see the growth of the Indian outsourcing sector in spite of the many challenges it faces. In this paper an attempt has been made to identify these challenges along with very brief recommendations.
India’s Skilling Industry - In need of Synchrony People Matters
India aims to skill 500 million people by 2022 to address massive skills gaps. The skilling industry is projected to be worth $100 billion but faces challenges in achieving quality, cost, and scale. Experts say collaboration between government, private sector, and education is needed to develop a sustainable model and address both technical and soft skills gaps.
Determinants of Business Performance in the Nigerian Manufacturing Sectorijtsrd
This document summarizes a study that examined the determinants of business performance in Nigeria's manufacturing sector between 1980-2018. The study used secondary data from the Central Bank of Nigeria and an econometric model to analyze the impact of various macroeconomic variables (financial intermediation, infrastructure, market size, exchange rate, interest rate, and inflation rate) on business performance. The results found that financial intermediation, infrastructure, and market size had a positive impact on manufacturing, while exchange rate, interest rate, and inflation had a negative impact. All variables conformed to the study's expectations except infrastructure and inflation rate, and most were statistically significant, indicating they are good determinants of business performance in Nigerian manufacturing. The study recommends over
Technological Advancement Strategy and Performance of Listed Construction Com...ijtsrd
This document summarizes a study that investigated the impact of technological advancement strategies on the performance of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, a major construction company in Nigeria. The study examined how training, knowledge usage, mobile technology, and modern office equipment related to employee productivity and organizational effectiveness. A survey was conducted of 197 staff at Julius Berger Nigeria PLC. The findings revealed that training, knowledge usage, mobile technology, and office equipment each positively contributed to employee productivity and organizational effectiveness both individually and collectively. The study recommended that companies should continue investing in training and new technologies to improve productivity and performance.
International Journal of Business and Management Invention (IJBMI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Business and Management Invention (IJBMI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Business and Management. IJBMI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Business and Management, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
The Journal will bring together leading researchers, engineers and scientists in the domain of interest from around the world. Topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to
Influence of Cooperative Credit on Cassava Production in Anambra State, NigeriaYogeshIJTSRD
The study analyzed the influence of cooperative credit on cassava production. A multi stage sampling technique was used to select 120 respondents in the study area and structured questionnaire was administered for data collection. Descriptive statistics was used to analyze the socio economic characteristics of the respondents while multiple regressions using exponential form was used to quantitatively determine the influence of credit obtained and utilized on cassava output. It showed that 36.7 of the respondents were above 60 years of age which can be grouped as aged this revealed that majority of the farmers there are within their prime age and can utilize credit obtained effectively and efficiently. 76.7 of these farmers were males while the remaining 23.3 were females, majority of the respondents were married and 84.2 of them had formal education. Average amount requested by the farmers was N212, 600,000 but N185, 725,000 was approved this shows that the farmers in that location are small scale farmers which they need to upgrade to large scale in order to produce in large quantity and have durable profit. Influence of credit on cassava output showed that 89.7 of the regression was explained by the regessors. The result revealed that the farming experience with credit use, interest rate charged, total expenditure on production, and loan repayment period were the major significant that influence cassava output. Also, the hypothesis results revealed that credit obtained and utilized had significance influence on cassava output. And concluded that cassava production in the study area is worthwhile embarking on and that credit enhances the farmer’s production, which was reflected in their cassava output. Therefore recommended that credit institutions or lending agencies should lend money to the small scale farmers to improve their productivity, financial institutions in the country should see to the smooth spending of the credit received to avoid diversion of credit. Nwafor, Grace Obiageli | Umebali, Emmanuel E. "Influence of Cooperative Credit on Cassava Production in Anambra State, Nigeria" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-5 , August 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd43931.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/other/43931/influence-of-cooperative-credit-on-cassava-production-in-anambra-state-nigeria/nwafor-grace-obiageli
ICBEM2012: Knowledge Management for Small and Medium Enterprises to Win the C...Djadja Sardjana
Small medium enterprises (SMEs ) has been an active part in various improvements in the economy in a country. Globalization is an era that is inevitable. Today, all nations are competing to be the leader in the era of competition. One way is to create competitiveness through the implementation of Knowledge Management in SMEs . To go on such a needed institution building measures approach towards SMEs to understand the problems of the mastery of knowledge to businesses, especially those related to knowledge management efforts.
This document presents a preliminary study on developing a Six Sigma framework for Indonesian small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It discusses the limited application of Six Sigma in Indonesian SMEs and their relatively low productivity. The authors propose a Six Sigma framework for SMEs consisting of five modules: strategy, people, projects, methodology, and tools. The framework is designed to align Six Sigma activities with business strategy using a project-based approach and DMAIC methodology. Future research will focus on customizing this framework for Indonesian SMEs and testing its implementation.
This presentation summarizes key marketing strategies for technology companies to promote their solutions to enterprise decision makers. It recommends original video content, influencer marketing, high-value educational content, integrating marketing with live events, using marketing automation tools, and re-marketing to existing customers. The strategies aim to engage buyers by understanding their challenges and proving the company's thought leadership and unique solutions.
Analysis for the career development of new generation in pakistanAlexander Decker
The document discusses threats and opportunities for career development of the new generation in Pakistan. It analyzes key threats such as economic downturn, lack of skills, and long-term unemployment. Opportunities discussed include jobs in government, private sector, entrepreneurship and overseas. Figures show the major threat is economic meltdown, while most opportunities exist in entrepreneurship. Recommendations are provided such as training programs, merit-based recruitment, and facilitating entrepreneurship to develop the new generation's careers.
Role of Finance and Organizational Climate on Entrepreneurial Development amo...ijtsrd
Entrepreneurship is a key driver of economic growth and economic development. It is also a medium through which unemployment can be reduced and innovation can be promoted. It is a fact to say that entrepreneurship is a panacea for poverty reduction and eradication which is one of the cardinal eight point agenda of Millennium Development Goals. Entrepreneurship is seen as a key vehicle for employment creation, creation of economic wealth, and an essential means of enhancing the innovation dynamics in the local, regional and national economies Chris 2010 . Entrepreneurship provides a satisfying and rewarding working life, provides a flexible lifestyle and considerable business autonomy. It is becoming an increasingly important career option for unemployed people, secondary school and university graduates. At the national level, entrepreneurial activity contributes to economic growth and economic development Chris 2010 . Many researchers have written extensively on entrepreneurship and its effectiveness to the development of any given economy. Akanni 2008 further opined that the experiences of developed economies in relation to the roles played by entrepreneurship buttresses the fact that the significance of entrepreneurship cannot be overemphasize particularly among developing countries. In order to highlight its importance in relation to the growth and development of a given economy, entrepreneurship has been variously referred to as "source of economic growth". This is because entrepreneurial activities have been found to be capable of making positive impact on the economy of a nation and the quality of life of the people Adejumo, 2000 . Ojo Adeshina Akinwumi | Abifarin Olusola Michael | Dr. Okoklie Emmanuel Azuka "Role of Finance and Organizational Climate on Entrepreneurial Development among Selected Residents" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-4 , June 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd30297.pdf Paper Url :https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/30297/role-of-finance-and-organizational-climate-on-entrepreneurial-development-among-selected-residents/ojo-adeshina-akinwumi
Entrepreneurship education is considered a vital tool for nurturing talents and
redirecting the energy of young people for profitable engagement and economic
growth. This study investigated the perception of students on entrepreneurship
education as it relates to the emergence of E-start-ups in Nigeria. The study used
quantitative method based on survey approach for the collection of data. A total of
306 copies of questionnaire were administered to 200-500 level students in a Nigerian
university. This study used simple random sample under the probability sampling
technique for the selection of the respondent. Hence, each member of the population
was given equal chance of being chosen from the population in no particular order.
The criteria for the selection is 200-500 students of various colleges (College of
Business, Social Sciences, Engineering, Science Technology and others) in Nigeria
Entrepreneurial capability and entrepreneurial success of smallAlexander Decker
This document provides a review of conceptual and theoretical frameworks on entrepreneurial orientation and entrepreneurial competencies and their relationship to entrepreneurial success, especially for small and medium enterprises. It discusses definitions and dimensions of entrepreneurial orientation and competencies. For entrepreneurial orientation, it focuses on the three dimensions of risk taking, innovation, and proactiveness. For competencies, it discusses various models that identify important competency areas. Relevant theories discussed include personality trait theory and competency models. The conclusion discusses how higher entrepreneurial orientation and competencies can positively impact entrepreneurial success.
Punjab has taken major initiatives over the last two years to promote its IT/ITeS sector, including infrastructure development, skills training, and policy reforms. The state aims to increase its contribution to national IT exports and workforce over the next decade. Currently, Mohali has emerged as Punjab's key IT cluster, with over 350 registered IT units exporting $196 million in 2009-10. Major players like Dell, Quark, and Tata have set up facilities in the state's IT parks and economic zones, taking advantage of its educated workforce and improving infrastructure.
Effect of Cooperative Membership on Needs Satisfaction among Staff of Tertiar...YogeshIJTSRD
This document examines the effect of cooperative membership on needs satisfaction among staff of tertiary institutions in Anambra State, Nigeria. It begins with an introduction that defines cooperatives and discusses their role in meeting members' needs and satisfaction. The study aims to examine the effect of cooperative membership length, membership status, and frequency of patronage on members' physical needs satisfaction. The literature review covers concepts of cooperatives and discusses how length of membership and frequency of patronage can influence members' satisfaction levels. The methodology section details the sample size of 377 cooperative members selected from tertiary institution staff using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data was collected through primary sources and analyzed using descriptive statistics and regression analysis to test the study hypothesis. The findings
Technological progress is disrupting existing work systems in India. To manage this disruption, investments in lifelong learning and worker training are needed to help workers gain new skills. A social protection system is also required to support workers. While companies expect technology to create new jobs, skills gaps present a barrier to technology adoption. Companies plan to address this through retraining workers or having them learn new skills on the job. Preparing India's workforce for the future will require focused efforts on education, skills development, and ensuring opportunities for women and other groups.
This document summarizes the Asian startup ecosystems based on data from reports by the World Bank, Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, and World Economic Forum. It groups the ecosystems into four categories:
1) Group 1 (Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan) have attractive and mature environments for starting businesses with easy business registration and relatively good funding availability.
2) Group 2 (Japan, South Korea) have strong technological capabilities but face challenges in attracting talent and accessing funding.
3) Group 3 (Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam) have active entrepreneurial cultures but startups tend to focus on simple, proven business models targeting the local market.
4) Group 4 (Be
Learning and Skilling - A Future Work PerspectiveIET India
Businesses seem to be changing at a relentless pace with the advent of AI and big data. Organisations exist in a VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity) state rather than anticipating known risks. Change is the new normal and here to stay, we need to embrace it.
Upskilling and staying relevant are much needed during these trying times and staying calm and focused can help put things in perspective.
Ability to adapt is the most important skill at a time when companies are undergoing digital transformation and this skill takes precedence over technical knowledge, communication skills or problem solving – all of which are touted as important 21st century skills. But how do individuals as well as organisations build this crucial skill?
View the report to know how to bridge the skill gap
Business constraints and potential growth of small and medium enterprises in ...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a literature review on business constraints affecting the potential growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Tanzania. The study identified 10 common constraints from 15 previous studies: inadequate business training, insufficient capital, competition, anti-entrepreneurial culture, bureaucratic registration procedures, high taxes, technological barriers, theft and lack of trust, poor infrastructure, and corruption. The literature review found that inadequate business training, insufficient capital, and anti-entrepreneurial culture were the most significant constraints, appearing in over 50% of the studies. The document aims to assess these constraints and their relationship to the potential growth of SMEs in Tanzania.
The document discusses the IT cluster in Bengaluru, India. It provides background on India's economy and outlines the growth of the IT industry in India since the 1980s. It then focuses on Bengaluru, describing how it became a major IT hub, with over 1 million direct IT jobs. The document analyzes Bengaluru's IT cluster using Porter's Diamond Model, examining factors like skilled labor forces, government support, and related/supporting industries that have contributed to its success. It also notes challenges faced, such as infrastructure issues and competition from other emerging clusters.
Training and Development Practices and Employees’ Performance in Selected Man...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
Managing workforce diversity in manufacturing organisations has been a problem all over the world including Nigeria. Manufacturing organisations in Nigeria continue to experience occasional drop in performance due to employees’ apathy and non-challant attitudes as a result of high level of dissatisfaction caused by inadequate attention to training and development practices. This study assessed the relationships between training and development practices and employees’ performance in selected manufacturing companies in Nigeria. A cross sectional survey research design was employed, and out of the 1,568 copies of questionnaire that were administered proportionally in the selected manufacturing companies, 1,153 copies were retrieved and found useful. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and the hypotheses were tested using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). The results of the findings show f-statistics of 223.717 and so, there is a significant relationship between training and development practices and employees’ performance among Nigerians working in the selected manufacturing companies. Also, f-statistics of 244.391 shows a significant relationship between training and development practices and employees’ performance among other nationals in the selected MNCs. The study concluded that there are significant relationships between training and development practices and employees’ performance in selected manufacturing MNCs in Nigeria.
Challenges Of Indian Information Technology Outsourcing And Offshoring Servic...Uday Shankar AB
It is astounding to see the growth of the Indian outsourcing sector in spite of the many challenges it faces. In this paper an attempt has been made to identify these challenges along with very brief recommendations.
India’s Skilling Industry - In need of Synchrony People Matters
India aims to skill 500 million people by 2022 to address massive skills gaps. The skilling industry is projected to be worth $100 billion but faces challenges in achieving quality, cost, and scale. Experts say collaboration between government, private sector, and education is needed to develop a sustainable model and address both technical and soft skills gaps.
Determinants of Business Performance in the Nigerian Manufacturing Sectorijtsrd
This document summarizes a study that examined the determinants of business performance in Nigeria's manufacturing sector between 1980-2018. The study used secondary data from the Central Bank of Nigeria and an econometric model to analyze the impact of various macroeconomic variables (financial intermediation, infrastructure, market size, exchange rate, interest rate, and inflation rate) on business performance. The results found that financial intermediation, infrastructure, and market size had a positive impact on manufacturing, while exchange rate, interest rate, and inflation had a negative impact. All variables conformed to the study's expectations except infrastructure and inflation rate, and most were statistically significant, indicating they are good determinants of business performance in Nigerian manufacturing. The study recommends over
Technological Advancement Strategy and Performance of Listed Construction Com...ijtsrd
This document summarizes a study that investigated the impact of technological advancement strategies on the performance of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, a major construction company in Nigeria. The study examined how training, knowledge usage, mobile technology, and modern office equipment related to employee productivity and organizational effectiveness. A survey was conducted of 197 staff at Julius Berger Nigeria PLC. The findings revealed that training, knowledge usage, mobile technology, and office equipment each positively contributed to employee productivity and organizational effectiveness both individually and collectively. The study recommended that companies should continue investing in training and new technologies to improve productivity and performance.
Technological Advancement Strategy and Performance of Listed Construction Com...ijtsrd
This study investigated the impact of technological advancement strategy on the performance of Julius Berger Nigeria plc. The objectives of the study were to establish relationship between training, knowledge usage, mobile technology and modern office equipment on employee productivity and organizational effectiveness in the construction industry. The study employed survey research. Primary data was used with questionnaire as the research instrument. The participants were 197 management and senior staff of Julius Berger Nigeria plc. The descriptive tools used were tables, means and standard deviations. Four hypotheses were developed for the study and tested using Pearson’s Correlation, with the help of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences SPSS . The findings of this study revealed that training, knowledge usage, mobile technology and modern office equipment independently and collaboratively contribute to employee productivity and organizational effectiveness. Also, there is a connection between performance variables. Based on the findings, it was recommended that management should to stay abreast of modern way of doing business for improved productivity through training, knowledge usage, mobile technology usage and modern office equipment usage. Oyakhire Victor Alaba "Technological Advancement Strategy and Performance of Listed Construction Company in Nigeria" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-5 , August 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd30868.pdf Paper Url :https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/strategic-management/30868/technological-advancement-strategy-and-performance-of-listed-construction-company-in-nigeria/oyakhire-victor-alaba
This document summarizes a study that investigated the effect of technology adoption on the growth of youth-owned micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in Kenya. The study found that the majority of youth-owned MSEs lacked the capacity to acquire new technology and were not able to improve their products or services through technological innovation. MSEs often maintained their original products and services without innovation. The study recommends that MSEs be provided financial support to acquire appropriate technologies to enhance business growth. Governments should also encourage MSEs to adopt new technologies in order to increase innovation and competitiveness.
Capacity Management and Survival of Selected Small and Medium Enterprises SME...ijtsrd
The contribution of small and medium enterprises SMEs is very critical to the growth and development of a developing region like South Eastern Nigeria. The objective of this study is to access the relationship that exists between capacity management and survival of small and medium enterprises SMEs in South Eastern Nigeria. Survey method was used for this study while random sampling technique was adopted. Paired T test and Cronbach Alpha via Statistical Package for Social Science SPSS version 22 were used to analyse the data. Primary data were collected using the questionnaire as the primary research instrument. Findings showed that inventory level, level of employee skills and number of employees were significantly related with SMEs’ survival at 5 significantly level. In view of the above findings, this study concluded that effective capacity management is the fulcrum on which survival of SMEs revolves. The study therefore recommends among others that SMEs should give more serious attention to capacity management strategies in a bid to enhancing the survival of SMEs in South Eastern Nigeria. Musah Ishaq | Momoh Suleman Imonikhe | Mrs. Momoh Nanafatimah Bello "Capacity Management and Survival of Selected Small and Medium Enterprises (SMES) in South-Eastern Nigeria" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd62369.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/business-administration/62369/capacity-management-and-survival-of-selected-small-and-medium-enterprises-smes-in-southeastern-nigeria/musah-ishaq
This document summarizes a research paper that proposes a framework for ICT (information and communication technology) adoption in Indian small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The framework identifies three key areas of support needed for effective ICT adoption: government support through policies and training; internet service provider (ISP) support through affordable access; and internal support from owners/managers through skills development and promotion of ICT benefits. The document also discusses challenges to ICT adoption including limited literacy, financing options, and infrastructure issues. Adopting ICT can improve productivity and competitiveness for SMEs but support is needed from multiple stakeholders.
Innovation Adoption Determinants and Competitive Advantage of Selected SMEs i...IJAEMSJORNAL
Rivalry within the Nigerian business environment has made the competitive atmosphere fierce, even amongst small and medium enterprise (SMEs). This has created a dilemma for firms desiring to remain relevant and has informed the urgent need to achieve sustained competitive advantage through innovation adoption. This paper investigated the effect of innovation adoption determinants on competitive advantage of SMEs in Ado-Ota local government area, Ogun State, Nigeria. Empirical and theoretical reviews were used to establish theeffect of innovation adoption on competitive advantage. Primary data collected with a pre-tested questionnaire administeredto four hundred and forty-six managerial cadre of selected SMEs was used. The regressed data results revealed that innovation adoption determinants exhibited positive significant effects on the competitive advantage of the surveyed selected SMEs. The paper recommends that owners-managers of SMEs should seek to selectively adopt innovation in order to gain competitive advantage and achieve sustainable superior performance over their rivals on the long-run.
The role of entrepreneurship in economic developmentAlexander Decker
This document discusses the role of entrepreneurship and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in economic development in Nigeria. It provides definitions and theoretical frameworks of entrepreneurship. A study was conducted of 100 SMEs randomly selected across Nigeria to identify challenges they face. Major findings include that SMEs play significant roles in economic growth but have performed below expectations in Nigeria due to problems such as poor management skills, lack of infrastructure, and unstable government policies. The document argues that developing managerial capacity is important for strengthening SMEs and their contributions to the Nigerian economy.
Entrepreneurial Orientation and Market Share of Selected Quoted Consumer Good...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
1) The document examines the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation (including innovativeness, competitive aggressiveness, proactiveness, risk-taking, and planning flexibility) and market share of selected quoted consumer goods manufacturing companies in Nigeria.
2) It reviews literature on the key concepts of entrepreneurial orientation and its components, as well as market share. It finds that properly applying entrepreneurial orientation can help companies boost their market share.
3) The study aims to determine if the components of entrepreneurial orientation have a significant influence on the market share of selected quoted consumer goods companies in Nigeria.
Entrepreneurial Orientation and Performance of Small and Medium Scale Enterpr...YogeshIJTSRD
Ineffective and poor entrepreneurial orientation seems to adversely affect performance of small and medium scale enterprises SMEs in Nigeria. Thus, the study was designed to examine relationship that exists between entrepreneurial orientation and performance of SMEs in South Eastern Nigeria. The study adopted a survey research design. The target population of the study comprised of 35,535 SMEs in South East Nigeria with a sample of 396 respondents, arrived at using Taro Yamane Formula. Data was collected using structured questionnaire and analyzed using, frequency, percentage and mean. Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient was used to test the hypotheses at 5 level of significance. Results indicated that there exist a strong positive relationship between strategic orientation and market expansion of SMEs r=0.76, p value 0.05 and that there exist a strong positive relationship between market orientation and market sustainability of SMEs business activities r=0.83, p value 0.05 The study concluded that entrepreneurial orientation has positive impact on the performance of SMEs in South East Nigeria and recommended among others that SMEs need to embrace entrepreneurial orientation, strategic orientation and market orientation, to improve business performance. Chinedu Cosmas Onyemesi | Michael Augustine Ikon "Entrepreneurial Orientation and Performance of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMES) in South-Eastern Nigeria" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-5 , August 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd43904.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/business-economics/43904/entrepreneurial-orientation-and-performance-of-small-and-medium-scale-enterprises-smes-in-southeastern-nigeria/chinedu-cosmas-onyemesi
ROLE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) IN THE SURVIVAL OF SMA...ijmpict
This study is to examine the role of ICT in the survival of selected SMEsin Koforidua, Ghana The study employed descriptive technique to conduct the survey. Using a sample of 100 SMEs, an accidental sampling of a non-probability technique was used to gathered data and information. The study argues out that majority of the SMEs operators do use at least one ICT tool in supporting their operations within the New Juaben Municipality. The study revealed that ICT is good and helps business survival in difficult times and become competitive in support of literature reviewed. The study suggested that periodic training in the form of workshops and sensitization programs on the benefits and the use ICT resources in business growth strategies should be organized by National Board for Small-Scale Industries (NBSSI). SME operators, can also outsource their ICT delivery systems by engaging ICT consultants in order to avoid the problem of funding relating to the setting up of their own ICT system which usually requires huge initial capital outlay.The primary policy recommendation arising out of this is that applications for SMEs need to be developed using mobile phones.
ROLE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) IN THE SURVIVAL OF SMA...ijmpict
This study is to examine the role of ICT in the survival of selected SMEsin Koforidua, Ghana The study employed descriptive technique to conduct the survey. Using a sample of 100 SMEs, an accidental sampling of a non-probability technique was used to gathered data and information. The study argues out that majority of the SMEs operators do use at least one ICT tool in supporting their operations within the New Juaben Municipality. The study revealed that ICT is good and helps business survival in difficult times and become competitive in support of literature reviewed. The study suggested that periodic training in the form of workshops and sensitization programs on the benefits and the use ICT resources in business growth strategies should be organized by National Board for Small-Scale Industries (NBSSI). SME operators, can also outsource their ICT delivery systems by engaging ICT consultants in order to avoid the problem of funding relating to the setting up of their own ICT system which usually requires huge initial capital outlay.The primary policy recommendation arising out of this is that applications for SMEs need to be developed using mobile phones.
Can ICT Reduce Poverty and Unemployment and Elevate Development Integrating M...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
Information and Communication Technology
(ICT) can boost the performance of people and improve
overall human capital for the alleviation of poverty in a
society. Today, ICT is considered as one of the major
sources of driving force for the overall economic
development integrating with Micro, Small and Medium
Enterprises (MSMEs). The e-Commerce has a great role in
achieving business performance in the emerging Asian
countries. However, MSMEs are experiencing more
challenges that prevent them from further increasing their
business. The earlier studies question to which extent
MSMEs have benefited from these businesses. Therefore,
the main purpose of this study is to demonstrate the
importance of ICT in developing MSMEs based on the
success stories of emerging Asian countries. This study
based on subjective/argumentative i.e., idea generation in
Information Systems (IS). The findings of the study reveal
that the MSMEs utilizing ICT can alleviate poverty and
unemployment. It also reveals that MSMEs with ICT and
e-Commerce can enhance employment and new job
creation that can contribute to the overall economic
development. This study is expected to extend for further
an empirical investigation broadly on the same issue to
validate the research results.
Impact of Commercial Banking on Nigeria Industrial Sectorijtsrd
This study examines the impact of commercial banking on Nigeria industrial sector using secondary data covering the period of 1980 2018 that were obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria. The model's estimates were estimated via multiple econometric model of the ordinary least square to determine the effect of commercial bank credit to industrial sector, inflation, infrastructure, exchange rate, interest rate, labour force and bank capital on industrial sector proxied by industrial output. The results show that commercial bank credits to industrial sector, infrastructure, inflation, labour and bank capital have a positive impact on industrial sector while exchange rate has a negative impact on industrial sector but conforms to the a priori expectation. The study also found out that only commercial bank credits to industrial sector and infrastructure were significant in explaining industrial sector growth while other variables used in the study were all found to be non significant in explaining the growth rate of the industrial sector. The study concludes that adequate commercial banks credit intermediation in the industrial sector and government expenditure on the needed infrastructure will enhance the sector performance. Onwuteaka, Ifeoma Cecilia PhD | Molokwu, Ifeoma Mirian | Aju Gregory. C. ""Impact of Commercial Banking on Nigeria Industrial Sector"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-3 , April 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd23140.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/-/23140/impact-of-commercial-banking-on-nigeria-industrial-sector/onwuteaka-ifeoma-cecilia-phd
Effect of Human Resource Development on Organization Productivity A Study of ...ijtsrd
This study examines the effect of human resource development on organization productivity A study of selected manufacturing firms in Anambra State. The model's estimates were estimated via multiple econometric model of the ordinary least square to ascertain the effect of Learning and Education LandE , Experience and Expertise EandE and Innovation and Creativity IandC on organization productivity of selected manufacturing firms in Anambra State. The results show that Learning and Education LandE , Experience and Expertise EandE and Innovation and Creativity IandC have significant impact on productivity of selected manufacturing firms in Anambra State. This study therefore recommends that Manufacturing firms should strive to employ competent employees in order to improve their productivity. Employees that have developed expertise from experience should be retained and encouraged by firms because they are source of improving productivity. Manufacturing firms should invest in human resource development to produce innovative and Creative IandC employees for the organizations. Manufacturing firms should encourage and include Learning and Education LandE , Experience and Expertise EandE and Innovation and Creativity IandC in their budget because they have been found to significantly impact on productivity of manufacturing firms. Ofodeme, Eugenia Amaka | Ezeanolue Uju Scholastica | Nwakoby, Nkiru Peace ""Effect of Human Resource Development on Organization Productivity: A Study of Selected Manufacturing Firms in Anambra State, Nigeria"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-3 , April 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd23004.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/hrm-and-retail-business/23004/effect-of-human-resource-development-on-organization-productivity-a-study-of-selected-manufacturing-firms-in-anambra-state-nigeria/ofodeme-eugenia-amaka
This study examines the mandatory adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. The researchers conducted a survey of 200 SMEs in Lagos State. The findings show that adopting IFRS is beneficial for SMEs as it improves the comparability of financial reporting and allows SMEs to better compete globally. Most respondents agreed that IFRS leads to more disclosure and better informed decision making. The researchers conclude that IFRS adoption is important for Nigerian SMEs to gain access to foreign investment and international financing. They recommend that adoption be a gradual process and that more guidance be provided to help SMEs build expertise in IFRS reporting.
International Competition and Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeriaijtsrd
"This study examines the influence of international competition on entrepreneurship development in Nigeria. Specifically, the study seeks to ascertain the effect of international competition, foreign direct investment, per capita income, technology, foreign aids, market size, poverty alleviation and employment generations on entrepreneurship development in Nigeria using an econometric regression model of the Ordinary Least Square OLS after determining stationarity of our variables using the ADF Statistic, as well as the cointegration of variables using the Johansen approach. It was discovered that the variables are stationary and have a long run impact relationship with entrepreneurship development in Nigeria. From the result of the OLS, it was observed that apart from per capita income and market size that are not significant, every other variable – international competition, foreign direct investment, technology, foreign aids, and employment generation significantly influence entrepreneurship development in Nigeria. Based on the above findings, the study recommends that the government should focus on formulating polices that will address the challenges of international completion as it affects entrepreneurship development in Nigeria by vigorously protecting domestic investment. The government should also strive to improve on key factors that help entrepreneurs to thrive by addressing the problems of infrastructural decay, especially the issues of power supply and access to finance. Government needs to urgently address the dilapidated infrastructural facilities in the country, like roads, railways and provide adequate security to promote entrepreneurship in Nigeria. Anionwu Carol ""International Competition and Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeria"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-3 , April 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd23569.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/marketing-management/23569/international-competition-and-entrepreneurship-development-in-nigeria/anionwu-carol"
An assessment of the constraints of implementing technological innovative ent...Alexander Decker
This study examined the constraints to implementing technological entrepreneurship development programs in Nigeria. A survey was conducted of 160 small business owners. The results showed that accessibility to the programs (28.1%) and finance (24.2%) were the major limiting factors. Lack of awareness was the least constraining factor at 3.8%. In general, the study concluded that accessibility and finance are the primary constraints hindering the implementation of entrepreneurial development programs in Nigeria.
EMPOWERING ORGANISATIONAL KNOWLEDGE CREATION AND PERFORMANCE: A MODERATING FO...IAEME Publication
This paper examined the role of dynamic capability as a moderator in explaining
knowledge creation processes and performance of Professional and TechnologyDriven Firms. The role of four ontological dimensions (socialization, externalization,
combination and internalization) of knowledge creation in a spiral model were
explored. A total of 424 out of 450 members of the sampled firms participated,
representing 94% response rate. The information was acquired through the use of an
organized questionnaire while the participant targets include managers,
administrators, supervisors, and other classes of employees who were entreated to
honestly answer items in the questionnaire. The study evaluated construct test validity
(measurement) and structural model to establish the factor structure and degree of
relationship of a number of observed variables. Our results indicate that ability to
creatively combine resources and competencies has significantly helped sampled firms
to create new knowledge and improving such knowledge in offering greater value to
satisfy customers’ requirements and enhance performance outcomes
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‘Six Sigma Technique’ A Journey Through its Implementationijtsrd
The manufacturing industries all over the world are facing tough challenges for growth, development and sustainability in today’s competitive environment. They have to achieve apex position by adapting with the global competitive environment by delivering goods and services at low cost, prime quality and better price to increase wealth and consumer satisfaction. Cost Management ensures profit, growth and sustainability of the business with implementation of Continuous Improvement Technique like Six Sigma. This leads to optimize Business performance. The method drives for customer satisfaction, low variation, reduction in waste and cycle time resulting into a competitive advantage over other industries which did not implement it. The main objective of this paper ‘Six Sigma Technique A Journey Through Its Implementation’ is to conceptualize the effectiveness of Six Sigma Technique through the journey of its implementation. Aditi Sunilkumar Ghosalkar "‘Six Sigma Technique’: A Journey Through its Implementation" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64546.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/64546/‘six-sigma-technique’-a-journey-through-its-implementation/aditi-sunilkumar-ghosalkar
Edge Computing in Space Enhancing Data Processing and Communication for Space...ijtsrd
Edge computing, a paradigm that involves processing data closer to its source, has gained significant attention for its potential to revolutionize data processing and communication in space missions. With the increasing complexity and data volume generated by modern space missions, traditional centralized computing approaches face challenges related to latency, bandwidth, and security. Edge computing in space, involving on board processing and analysis of data, offers promising solutions to these challenges. This paper explores the concept of edge computing in space, its benefits, applications, and future prospects in enhancing space missions. Manish Verma "Edge Computing in Space: Enhancing Data Processing and Communication for Space Missions" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64541.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/computer-science/artificial-intelligence/64541/edge-computing-in-space-enhancing-data-processing-and-communication-for-space-missions/manish-verma
Dynamics of Communal Politics in 21st Century India Challenges and Prospectsijtsrd
Communal politics in India has evolved through centuries, weaving a complex tapestry shaped by historical legacies, colonial influences, and contemporary socio political transformations. This research comprehensively examines the dynamics of communal politics in 21st century India, emphasizing its historical roots, socio political dynamics, economic implications, challenges, and prospects for mitigation. The historical perspective unravels the intricate interplay of religious identities and power dynamics from ancient civilizations to the impact of colonial rule, providing insights into the evolution of communalism. The socio political dynamics section delves into the contemporary manifestations, exploring the roles of identity politics, socio economic disparities, and globalization. The economic implications section highlights how communal politics intersects with economic issues, perpetuating disparities and influencing resource allocation. Challenges posed by communal politics are scrutinized, revealing multifaceted issues ranging from social fragmentation to threats against democratic values. The prospects for mitigation present a multifaceted approach, incorporating policy interventions, community engagement, and educational initiatives. The paper conducts a comparative analysis with international examples, identifying common patterns such as identity politics and economic disparities. It also examines unique challenges, emphasizing Indias diverse religious landscape, historical legacy, and secular framework. Lessons for effective strategies are drawn from international experiences, offering insights into inclusive policies, interfaith dialogue, media regulation, and global cooperation. By scrutinizing historical epochs, contemporary dynamics, economic implications, and international comparisons, this research provides a comprehensive understanding of communal politics in India. The proposed strategies for mitigation underscore the importance of a holistic approach to foster social harmony, inclusivity, and democratic values. Rose Hossain "Dynamics of Communal Politics in 21st Century India: Challenges and Prospects" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64528.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/history/64528/dynamics-of-communal-politics-in-21st-century-india-challenges-and-prospects/rose-hossain
Assess Perspective and Knowledge of Healthcare Providers Towards Elehealth in...ijtsrd
Background and Objective Telehealth has become a well known tool for the delivery of health care in Saudi Arabia, and the perspective and knowledge of healthcare providers are influential in the implementation, adoption and advancement of the method. This systematic review was conducted to examine the current literature base regarding telehealth and the related healthcare professional perspective and knowledge in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods This systematic review was conducted by searching 7 databases including, MEDLINE, CINHAL, Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed, PsycINFO, and ProQuest Central. Studies on healthcare practitioners telehealth knowledge and perspectives published in English in Saudi Arabia from 2000 to 2023 were included. Boland directed this comprehensive review. The researchers examined each connected study using the AXIS tool, which evaluates cross sectional systematic reviews. Narrative synthesis was used to summarise and convey the data. Results Out of 1840 search results, 10 studies were included. Positive outlook and limited knowledge among providers were seen across trials. Healthcare professionals like telehealth for its ability to improve quality, access, and delivery, save time and money, and be successful. Age, gender, occupation, and work experience also affect health workers knowledge. In Saudi Arabia, healthcare professionals face inadequate expert assistance, patient privacy, internet connection concerns, lack of training courses, lack of telehealth understanding, and high costs while performing telemedicine. Conclusions Healthcare practitioners telehealth perceptions and knowledge were examined in this systematic study. Its collection of concerned experts different personal attitudes and expertise would help enhance telehealths implementation in Saudi Arabia, develop its healthcare delivery alternative, and eliminate frequent problems. Badriah Mousa I Mulayhi | Dr. Jomin George | Judy Jenkins "Assess Perspective and Knowledge of Healthcare Providers Towards Elehealth in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64535.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/other/64535/assess-perspective-and-knowledge-of-healthcare-providers-towards-elehealth-in-saudi-arabia-a-systematic-review/badriah-mousa-i-mulayhi
The Impact of Digital Media on the Decentralization of Power and the Erosion ...ijtsrd
The impact of digital media on the distribution of power and the weakening of traditional gatekeepers has gained considerable attention in recent years. The adoption of digital technologies and the internet has resulted in declining influence and power for traditional gatekeepers such as publishing houses and news organizations. Simultaneously, digital media has facilitated the emergence of new voices and players in the media industry. Digital medias impact on power decentralization and gatekeeper erosion is visible in several ways. One significant aspect is the democratization of information, which enables anyone with an internet connection to publish and share content globally, leading to citizen journalism and bypassing traditional gatekeepers. Another aspect is the disruption of conventional media industry business models, as traditional organizations struggle to adjust to the decrease in advertising revenue and the rise of digital platforms. Alternative business models, such as subscription models and crowdfunding, have become more prevalent, leading to the emergence of new players. Overall, the impact of digital media on the distribution of power and the weakening of traditional gatekeepers has brought about significant changes in the media landscape and the way information is shared. Further research is required to fully comprehend the implications of these changes and their impact on society. Dr. Kusum Lata "The Impact of Digital Media on the Decentralization of Power and the Erosion of Traditional Gatekeepers" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64544.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/political-science/64544/the-impact-of-digital-media-on-the-decentralization-of-power-and-the-erosion-of-traditional-gatekeepers/dr-kusum-lata
Online Voices, Offline Impact Ambedkars Ideals and Socio Political Inclusion ...ijtsrd
This research investigates the nexus between online discussions on Dr. B.R. Ambedkars ideals and their impact on social inclusion among college students in Gurugram, Haryana. Surveying 240 students from 12 government colleges, findings indicate that 65 actively engage in online discussions, with 80 demonstrating moderate to high awareness of Ambedkars ideals. Statistically significant correlations reveal that higher online engagement correlates with increased awareness p 0.05 and perceived social inclusion. Variations across colleges and a notable effect of college type on perceived social inclusion highlight the influence of contextual factors. Furthermore, the intersectional analysis underscores nuanced differences based on gender, caste, and socio economic status. Dr. Kusum Lata "Online Voices, Offline Impact: Ambedkar's Ideals and Socio-Political Inclusion - A Study of Gurugram District" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64543.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/political-science/64543/online-voices-offline-impact-ambedkars-ideals-and-sociopolitical-inclusion--a-study-of-gurugram-district/dr-kusum-lata
Problems and Challenges of Agro Entreprenurship A Studyijtsrd
Noting calls for contextualizing Agro entrepreneurs problems and challenges of the agro entrepreneurs and for greater attention to the Role of entrepreneurs in agro entrepreneurship research, we conduct a systematic literature review of extent research in agriculture entrepreneurship to overcome the study objectives of complications of agro entrepreneurs through various factors, Development of agriculture products is a key factor for the overall economic growth of agro entrepreneurs Agro Entrepreneurs produces firsthand large scale employment, utilizes the labor and natural resources, This research outlines the problems of Weather and Soil Erosions, Market price fluctuation, stimulates labor cost problems, reduces concentration of Price volatility, Dependency on Intermediaries, induces Limited Bargaining Power, and Storage and Transportation Costs. This paper mainly devoted to highlight Problems and challenges faced for the sustainable of Agro Entrepreneurs in India. Vinay Prasad B "Problems and Challenges of Agro Entreprenurship - A Study" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64540.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/64540/problems-and-challenges-of-agro-entreprenurship--a-study/vinay-prasad-b
Comparative Analysis of Total Corporate Disclosure of Selected IT Companies o...ijtsrd
Disclosure is a process through which a business enterprise communicates with external parties. A corporate disclosure is communication of financial and non financial information of the activities of a business enterprise to the interested entities. Corporate disclosure is done through publishing annual reports. So corporate disclosure through annual reports plays a vital role in the life of all the companies and provides valuable information to investors. The basic objectives of corporate disclosure is to give a true and fair view of companies to the parties related either directly or indirectly like owner, government, creditors, shareholders etc. in the companies act, provisions have been made about mandatory and voluntary disclosure. The IT sector in India is rapidly growing, the trend to invest in the IT sector is rising and employment opportunities in IT sectors are also increasing. Therefore the IT sector is expected to have fair, full and adequate disclosure of all information. Unfair and incomplete disclosure may adversely affect the entire economy. A research study on disclosure practices of IT companies could play an important role in this regard. Hence, the present research study has been done to study and review comparative analysis of total corporate disclosure of selected IT companies of India and to put forward overall findings and suggestions with a view to increase disclosure score of these companies. The researcher hopes that the present research study will be helpful to all selected Companies for improving level of corporate disclosure through annual reports as well as the government, creditors, investors, all business organizations and upcoming researcher for comparative analyses of level of corporate disclosure with special reference to selected IT companies. Dr. Vaibhavi D. Thaker "Comparative Analysis of Total Corporate Disclosure of Selected IT Companies of India" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64539.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/64539/comparative-analysis-of-total-corporate-disclosure-of-selected-it-companies-of-india/dr-vaibhavi-d-thaker
The Impact of Educational Background and Professional Training on Human Right...ijtsrd
This study investigated the impact of educational background and professional training on human rights awareness among secondary school teachers in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra, India. The key findings reveal that higher levels of education, particularly a master’s degree, and fields of study related to education, humanities, or social sciences are associated with greater human rights awareness among teachers. Additionally, both pre service teacher training and in service professional development programs focused on human rights education significantly enhance teacher’s knowledge, skills, and competencies in promoting human rights principles in their classrooms. Baig Ameer Bee Mirza Abdul Aziz | Dr. Syed Azaz Ali Amjad Ali "The Impact of Educational Background and Professional Training on Human Rights Awareness among Secondary School Teachers" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64529.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/64529/the-impact-of-educational-background-and-professional-training-on-human-rights-awareness-among-secondary-school-teachers/baig-ameer-bee-mirza-abdul-aziz
A Study on the Effective Teaching Learning Process in English Curriculum at t...ijtsrd
“One Language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way” Frank Smith English as a foreign language or as a second language has been ruling in India since the period of Lord Macaulay. But the question is how much we teach or learn English properly in our culture. Is there any scope to use English as a language rather than a subject How much we learn or teach English without any interference of mother language specially in the classroom teaching learning scenario in West Bengal By considering all these issues the researcher has attempted in this article to focus on the effective teaching learning process comparing to other traditional strategies in the field of English curriculum at the secondary level to investigate whether they fulfill the present teaching learning requirements or not by examining the validity of the present curriculum of English. The purpose of this study is to focus on the effectiveness of the systematic, scientific, sequential and logical transaction of the course between the teachers and the learners in the perspective of the 5Es programme that is engage, explore, explain, extend and evaluate. Sanchali Mondal | Santinath Sarkar "A Study on the Effective Teaching Learning Process in English Curriculum at the Secondary Level of West Bengal" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd62412.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/62412/a-study-on-the-effective-teaching-learning-process-in-english-curriculum-at-the-secondary-level-of-west-bengal/sanchali-mondal
The Role of Mentoring and Its Influence on the Effectiveness of the Teaching ...ijtsrd
This paper reports on a study which was conducted to investigate the role of mentoring and its influence on the effectiveness of the teaching of Physics in secondary schools in the South West Region of Cameroon. The study adopted the convergent parallel mixed methods design, focusing on respondents in secondary schools in the South West Region of Cameroon. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected, analysed separately, and the results were compared to see if the findings confirm or disconfirm each other. The quantitative analysis found that majority of the respondents 72 of Physics teachers affirmed that they had more experienced colleagues as mentors to help build their confidence, improve their teaching, and help them improve their effectiveness and efficiency in guiding learners’ achievements. Only 28 of the respondents disagreed with these statements. With majority respondents 72 agreeing with the statements, it implies that in most secondary schools, experienced Physics teachers act as mentors to build teachers’ confidence in teaching and improving students’ learning. The interview qualitative data analysis summarized how secondary school Principals use meetings with mentors and mentees to promote mentorship in the school milieu. This has helped strengthen teachers’ classroom practices in secondary schools in the South West Region of Cameroon. With the results confirming each other, the study recommends that mentoring should focus on helping teachers employ social interactions and instructional practices feedback and clarity in teaching that have direct measurable impact on students’ learning achievements. Andrew Ngeim Sumba | Frederick Ebot Ashu | Peter Agborbechem Tambi "The Role of Mentoring and Its Influence on the Effectiveness of the Teaching of Physics in Secondary Schools in the South West Region of Cameroon" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64524.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/management-development/64524/the-role-of-mentoring-and-its-influence-on-the-effectiveness-of-the-teaching-of-physics-in-secondary-schools-in-the-south-west-region-of-cameroon/andrew-ngeim-sumba
Design Simulation and Hardware Construction of an Arduino Microcontroller Bas...ijtsrd
This study primarily focuses on the design of a high side buck converter using an Arduino microcontroller. The converter is specifically intended for use in DC DC applications, particularly in standalone solar PV systems where the PV output voltage exceeds the load or battery voltage. To evaluate the performance of the converter, simulation experiments are conducted using Proteus Software. These simulations provide insights into the input and output voltages, currents, powers, and efficiency under different state of charge SoC conditions of a 12V,70Ah rechargeable lead acid battery. Additionally, the hardware design of the converter is implemented, and practical data is collected through operation, monitoring, and recording. By comparing the simulation results with the practical results, the efficiency and performance of the designed converter are assessed. The findings indicate that while the buck converter is suitable for practical use in standalone PV systems, its efficiency is compromised due to a lower output current. Chan Myae Aung | Dr. Ei Mon "Design Simulation and Hardware Construction of an Arduino-Microcontroller Based DC-DC High-Side Buck Converter for Standalone PV System" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64518.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/mechanical-engineering/64518/design-simulation-and-hardware-construction-of-an-arduinomicrocontroller-based-dcdc-highside-buck-converter-for-standalone-pv-system/chan-myae-aung
Sustainable Energy by Paul A. Adekunte | Matthew N. O. Sadiku | Janet O. Sadikuijtsrd
Energy becomes sustainable if it meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Some of the definitions of sustainable energy include the considerations of environmental aspects such as greenhouse gas emissions, social, and economic aspects such as energy poverty. Generally far more sustainable than fossil fuel are renewable energy sources such as wind, hydroelectric power, solar, and geothermal energy sources. Worthy of note is that some renewable energy projects, like the clearing of forests to produce biofuels, can cause severe environmental damage. The sustainability of nuclear power which is a low carbon source is highly debated because of concerns about radioactive waste, nuclear proliferation, and accidents. The switching from coal to natural gas has environmental benefits, including a lower climate impact, but could lead to delay in switching to more sustainable options. “Carbon capture and storage” can be built into power plants to remove the carbon dioxide CO2 emissions, but this technology is expensive and has rarely been implemented. Leading non renewable energy sources around the world is fossil fuels, coal, petroleum, and natural gas. Nuclear energy is usually considered another non renewable energy source, although nuclear energy itself is a renewable energy source, but the material used in nuclear power plants is not. The paper addresses the issue of sustainable energy, its attendant benefits to the future generation, and humanity in general. Paul A. Adekunte | Matthew N. O. Sadiku | Janet O. Sadiku "Sustainable Energy" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64534.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/electrical-engineering/64534/sustainable-energy/paul-a-adekunte
Concepts for Sudan Survey Act Implementations Executive Regulations and Stand...ijtsrd
This paper aims to outline the executive regulations, survey standards, and specifications required for the implementation of the Sudan Survey Act, and for regulating and organizing all surveying work activities in Sudan. The act has been discussed for more than 5 years. The Land Survey Act was initiated by the Sudan Survey Authority and all official legislations were headed by the Sudan Ministry of Justice till it was issued in 2022. The paper presents conceptual guidelines to be used for the Survey Act implementation and to regulate the survey work practice, standardizing the field surveys, processing, quality control, procedures, and the processes related to survey work carried out by the stakeholders and relevant authorities in Sudan. The conceptual guidelines are meant to improve the quality and harmonization of geospatial data and to aid decision making processes as well as geospatial information systems. The established comprehensive executive regulations will govern and regulate the implementation of the Sudan Survey Geomatics Act in all surveying and mapping practices undertaken by the Sudan Survey Authority SSA and state local survey departments for public or private sector organizations. The targeted standards and specifications include the reference frame, projection, coordinate systems, and the guidelines and specifications that must be followed in the field of survey work, processes, and mapping products. In the last few decades, there has been a growing awareness of the importance of geomatics activities and measurements on the Earths surface in space and time, together with observing and mapping the changes. In such cases, data must be captured promptly, standardized, and obtained with more accuracy and specified in much detail. The paper will also highlight the current situation in Sudan, the degree to which survey standards are used, the problems encountered, and the errors that arise from not using the standards and survey specifications. Kamal A. A. Sami "Concepts for Sudan Survey Act Implementations - Executive Regulations and Standards" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd63484.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/civil-engineering/63484/concepts-for-sudan-survey-act-implementations--executive-regulations-and-standards/kamal-a-a-sami
Towards the Implementation of the Sudan Interpolated Geoid Model Khartoum Sta...ijtsrd
The discussions between ellipsoid and geoid have invoked many researchers during the recent decades, especially during the GNSS technology era, which had witnessed a great deal of development but still geoid undulation requires more investigations. To figure out a solution for Sudans local geoid, this research has tried to intake the possibility of determining the geoid model by following two approaches, gravimetric and geometrical geoid model determination, by making use of GNSS leveling benchmarks at Khartoum state. The Benchmarks are well distributed in the study area, in which, the horizontal coordinates and the height above the ellipsoid have been observed by GNSS while orthometric heights were carried out using precise leveling. The Global Geopotential Model GGM represented in EGM2008 has been exploited to figure out the geoid undulation at the benchmarks in the study area. This is followed by a fitting process, that has been done to suit the geoid undulation data which has been computed using GNSS leveling data and geoid undulation inspired by the EGM2008. Two geoid surfaces were created after the fitting process to ensure that they are identical and both of them could be counted for getting the same geoid undulation with an acceptable accuracy. In this respect, statistical operation played an important role in ensuring the consistency and integrity of the model by applying cross validation techniques splitting the data into training and testing datasets for building the geoid model and testing its eligibility. The geometrical solution for geoid undulation computation has been utilized by applying straightforward equations that facilitate the calculation of the geoid undulation directly through applying statistical techniques for the GNSS leveling data of the study area to get the common equation parameters values that could be utilized to calculate geoid undulation of any position in the study area within the claimed accuracy. Both systems were checked and proved eligible to be used within the study area with acceptable accuracy which may contribute to solving the geoid undulation problem in the Khartoum area, and be further generalized to determine the geoid model over the entire country, and this could be considered in the future, for regional and continental geoid model. Ahmed M. A. Mohammed. | Kamal A. A. Sami "Towards the Implementation of the Sudan Interpolated Geoid Model (Khartoum State Case Study)" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd63483.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/civil-engineering/63483/towards-the-implementation-of-the-sudan-interpolated-geoid-model-khartoum-state-case-study/ahmed-m-a-mohammed
Activating Geospatial Information for Sudans Sustainable Investment Mapijtsrd
Sudan is witnessing an acceleration in the processes of development and transformation in the performance of government institutions to raise the productivity and investment efficiency of the government sector. The development plans and investment opportunities have focused on achieving national goals in various sectors. This paper aims to illuminate the path to the future and provide geospatial data and information to develop the investment climate and environment for all sized businesses, and to bridge the development gap between the Sudan states. The Sudan Survey Authority SSA is the main advisor to the Sudan Government in conducting surveying, mappings, designing, and developing systems related to geospatial data and information. In recent years, SSA made a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Investment to activate Geospatial Information for Sudans Sustainable Investment and in particular, for the preparation and implementation of the Sudan investment map, based on the directives and objectives of the Ministry of Investment MI in Sudan. This paper comes within the framework of activating the efforts of the Ministry of Investment to develop technical investment services by applying techniques adopted by the Ministry and its strategic partners for advancing investment processes in the country. Kamal A. A. Sami "Activating Geospatial Information for Sudan's Sustainable Investment Map" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd63482.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/information-technology/63482/activating-geospatial-information-for-sudans-sustainable-investment-map/kamal-a-a-sami
Educational Unity Embracing Diversity for a Stronger Societyijtsrd
In a rapidly changing global landscape, the importance of education as a unifying force cannot be overstated. This paper explores the crucial role of educational unity in fostering a stronger and more inclusive society through the embrace of diversity. By examining the benefits of diverse learning environments, the paper aims to highlight the positive impact on societal strength. The discussion encompasses various dimensions, from curriculum design to classroom dynamics, and emphasizes the need for educational institutions to become catalysts for unity in diversity. It highlights the need for a paradigm shift in educational policies, curricula, and pedagogical approaches to ensure that they are reflective of the diverse fabric of society. This paper also addresses the challenges associated with implementing inclusive educational practices and offers practical strategies for overcoming barriers. It advocates for collaborative efforts between educational institutions, policymakers, and communities to create a supportive ecosystem that promotes diversity and unity. Mr. Amit Adhikari | Madhumita Teli | Gopal Adhikari "Educational Unity: Embracing Diversity for a Stronger Society" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64525.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/64525/educational-unity-embracing-diversity-for-a-stronger-society/mr-amit-adhikari
Integration of Indian Indigenous Knowledge System in Management Prospects and...ijtsrd
The diversity of indigenous knowledge systems in India is vast and can vary significantly between different communities and regions. Preserving and respecting these knowledge systems is crucial for maintaining cultural heritage, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering cross cultural understanding. In this paper, an overview of the prospects and challenges associated with incorporating Indian indigenous knowledge into management is explored. It is found that IIKS helps in management in many areas like sustainable development, tourism, food security, natural resource management, cultural preservation and innovation, etc. However, IIKS integration with management faces some challenges in the form of a lack of documentation, cultural sensitivity, language barriers legal framework, etc. Savita Lathwal "Integration of Indian Indigenous Knowledge System in Management: Prospects and Challenges" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd63500.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/accounting-and-finance/63500/integration-of-indian-indigenous-knowledge-system-in-management-prospects-and-challenges/savita-lathwal
DeepMask Transforming Face Mask Identification for Better Pandemic Control in...ijtsrd
The COVID 19 pandemic has highlighted the crucial need of preventive measures, with widespread use of face masks being a key method for slowing the viruss spread. This research investigates face mask identification using deep learning as a technological solution to be reducing the risk of coronavirus transmission. The proposed method uses state of the art convolutional neural networks CNNs and transfer learning to automatically recognize persons who are not wearing masks in a variety of circumstances. We discuss how this strategy improves public health and safety by providing an efficient manner of enforcing mask wearing standards. The report also discusses the obstacles, ethical concerns, and prospective applications of face mask detection systems in the ongoing fight against the pandemic. Dilip Kumar Sharma | Aaditya Yadav "DeepMask: Transforming Face Mask Identification for Better Pandemic Control in the COVID-19 Era" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd64522.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/electronics-and-communication-engineering/64522/deepmask-transforming-face-mask-identification-for-better-pandemic-control-in-the-covid19-era/dilip-kumar-sharma
Streamlining Data Collection eCRF Design and Machine Learningijtsrd
Efficient and accurate data collection is paramount in clinical trials, and the design of Electronic Case Report Forms eCRFs plays a pivotal role in streamlining this process. This paper explores the integration of machine learning techniques in the design and implementation of eCRFs to enhance data collection efficiency. We delve into the synergies between eCRF design principles and machine learning algorithms, aiming to optimize data quality, reduce errors, and expedite the overall data collection process. The application of machine learning in eCRF design brings forth innovative approaches to data validation, anomaly detection, and real time adaptability. This paper discusses the benefits, challenges, and future prospects of leveraging machine learning in eCRF design for streamlined and advanced data collection in clinical trials. Dhanalakshmi D | Vijaya Lakshmi Kannareddy "Streamlining Data Collection: eCRF Design and Machine Learning" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-1 , February 2024, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd63515.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/biological-science/biotechnology/63515/streamlining-data-collection-ecrf-design-and-machine-learning/dhanalakshmi-d
Gender and Mental Health - Counselling and Family Therapy Applications and In...PsychoTech Services
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ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
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Leveraging Generative AI to Drive Nonprofit InnovationTechSoup
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Philippine Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) CurriculumMJDuyan
(𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝟏𝟎𝟎) (𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟏)-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐬
𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐏𝐏 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬:
- Understand the goals and objectives of the Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) curriculum, recognizing its importance in fostering practical life skills and values among students. Students will also be able to identify the key components and subjects covered, such as agriculture, home economics, industrial arts, and information and communication technology.
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-Define entrepreneurship, distinguishing it from general business activities by emphasizing its focus on innovation, risk-taking, and value creation. Students will describe the characteristics and traits of successful entrepreneurs, including their roles and responsibilities, and discuss the broader economic and social impacts of entrepreneurial activities on both local and global scales.
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auto spare parts for consumers.Everyotherautomobilefirm
imports assembled products or imports and assemble
various kinds of automobile. They also import various kinds
of spare parts ranging from motorbikes, cars, tricycles and
spare-parts for lorries and trucks. These firmsfall withinthe
Medium Scale Enterprises in Nigeria.
The Medium Scale Enterprisesarea segmentandcomponent
of the SMEs in Nigeria. Both the Medium Enterprisesandthe
SMEs in general (Udechukwu, 2003) have been fully
recognised by governments and development expertsasthe
main engine of economic growth and a major factor in
promoting private sector development and partnership.
Udechukwu (2003), further noted that the development of
(Medium Enterprises and the SMEs in general) is therefore
an essential element in the growth strategy of most
economies and holds particular significance for Nigeria.The
sub-sector not only contribute significantly to improved
living standards, they also bring about substantial local
capital formation and achieve high levelsofproductivityand
capability. From a planning stand point, SMEs are
increasingly recognised as the principal meansforachieving
equitable and sustainable industrial diversification and
dispersal; and in mostcountriesMediumEnterprisesandthe
SMEs in general account for well over half of the total share
of employment, sales, and value added.
Statement of the Problem
The failure rate of Medium Scale Enterprises and its low
contribution to the Gross Domestic Product(GDP)inNigeria
informed this study (Gbandi & Amissah, 2014; Yusuf &
Dansu, 2013). The medium scale enterprisesoperateside by
side with the small scale enterprises in Africa as a whole,
hence, the acronym Small and Medium Scale Enterprises
(SMEs). The medium size segment of the SME's sub-sector,
because of its size and presence in the economy, it is
expected to contribute to growth and development by
reducing unemployment rate and contribute significantlyto
the nations GDP. Incidentally,these expectationsarefarfrom
reality because of the perceived failure rate of the Medium
enterprises. Yusuf and Dansu (2013), noted that in spite of
the efforts of government and other stakeholders to achieve
economic growth and development through sustainable
SMEs, most small firms are short-lived. According to Gbandi
and Amissah (2014), SMEs constitute more than 90% of
Nigerian businesses; their contribution to GDP is only about
1%. Aganga (n.d) and Adeloye (2012), averred that Nigeria
has an estimated population of seventeen million SMEs,
representing over 80% of the total number of firms in
Nigeria and employ over 31 million Nigerians or about 75%
of the total workforce. Aganga further noted that SME’s
contribution to the GDP in Nigeria isrelativelylowasa result
of the major constraints in the operating environment.Thus,
suggesting that the entrepreneurs who set up these
businesses lack the needed intellectuality to keep the sub-
sector viable and moving. Udechukwu (2003) asserted that
many entrepreneurs who found and manage SMEs lack the
appropriate management skills (education) and because of
lack of adequate capital or sheer ignorance of technological
advances, such entrepreneurs purchase obsolete and
inefficient equipment thereby setting the stage abinitio, for
lower level of productivity and poor product quality with
serious consequences on product output and market
acceptability. Previous research have found a strong link
between business experience, education and business
Success (Chiliya & Roberts-Lombard, 2012; Wanigasekara &
Surangi, 2011; Thapa, 2007). This premise juxtaposes
education and medium enterprises business success. Thus,
warranting an empirical probing on entrepreneur's level of
education and performance of medium enterprises
particularly in the automobile industry.
Objectives of the Study
The main objective of the study is to ascertain the influence
of entrepreneur's level of education on the performance of
medium enterprises in automobile industry in Anambra
State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study intends to:
1. Ascertain the influence of apprenticeshiptrainingonthe
performance of medium enterprises in automobile
industry in Anambra State, Nigeria.
2. Evaluate the influence of tertiary education of
entrepreneur's on the performance of medium
enterprises in automobile industry in Anambra State,
Nigeria.
3. Determine the influence of professional certification of
entrepreneur's on the performance of medium
enterprises in automobile industry in Anambra State,
Nigeria.
4. Examine the influence of mentoring of entrepreneur's
on the performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry in Anambra State, Nigeria.
METHODOLOGY
Area of Study
The study will be executed in Nnewi and Onitsha all in
Anambra State. These are two major economic hubs of the
state. Nnewi plays a leading role as a centre for the
manufacturing of cars, assembly and distribution of
motorbikes and spare-parts in Nigeria and as such other
economic activities take place in the area. It is the second
largest economic hub of Anambra State after Onitsha and
one of the largest in West Africa. The inhabitants are
predominantly traders who are into various kinds of
economic activities and manufacturers of auto and auto
spare parts (Olise & Nkamnebe, 2018).
Onitsha plays a leading role as a centre for the importation,
manufacturing, distribution, sales/services of all sorts of
goods and services in Nigeria and as such other economic
activities take place in the area. It is the largest economic
hub of Anambra State and second largestinWestAfrica after
Aba. The inhabitants are predominantlytraderswhoareinto
various kinds of economic activities like importation,
manufacturing, distribution, sales/services of various kinds
of goods and services (Olise & Nkamnebe, 2018).
Population of the Study and Sample Size
The population of the study consists of medium enterprises
in Anambra State. There are no records on the population of
medium enterprises in Anambra State. However, the
researcher used judgmental sampling to purposively select
one hundred and fifty (150) Medium Enterprises each from
the two economic hubs of the state (Nnewi and Onitsha)
across major economic subsector, making a total 300
medium enterprises. This was to enable the researcher
reduce bias in sample selection from the population of the
study.
Questionnaire Design, testing, and distribution
The first section of the questionnaire contained general
information about the sample unit. It included six
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background questions. The second section was designed to
collect information about the entrepreneur's level of
education and performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry in Anambra State. All items related to
entrepreneurs' level of education and performance of
medium enterprises in automobile industry in Anambra
State were derived from literature and initial pilot survey of
five medium enterprises owners; hence, pools of 300
medium enterprises were finally generated. The responses
to scale items measuring entrepreneurs' level of education
and performance of medium enterprises in automobile
industry in Anambra Stateweremeasuredusinga structured
questionnaire. Two trained research assistants were used
for the administrationofthe questionnaire.Theyassistedthe
respondents to complete the questionnaire through an
interactive process; thus making sure the questionnaire was
completed on the spot. Since purposive sampling technique
was adopted, 300 copies of the questionnaire was produced
and distributed. Out of the 300 questionnaires that were
produced and distributed only 298 were dully completed
and returned
Analysis
The simple percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test
statistics, and regression analysis were used to conduct the
various analysis of this study. Descriptive statistics like
frequencies, percentages,meanandstandarddeviationwere
used to elicit information on the demographic profile of the
respondents and also to process objectives of the study. The
regression analysis was used to evaluate the entrepreneurs'
level of educationandperformanceofmediumenterprisesin
automobile industry in Anambra State.
The Empirical Model
In this study we propose multiple econometric model toassesstheinfluenceoftheachievedcharacteristicsoftheentrepreneur
on the performance of the medium enterprises in Anambra State. Also, our model includes the integration of factors
conceptualized from the achieved characteristics of the entrepreneur explored in the literature.
Thus, the Model is:
SMEPi =α + βXi+ ei ..........................................................................1
Where MEP represent medium enterprises performance and it is proxied by asset base of the SMEs owners; Xi are the
observable variables representing achieved characteristics of the entrepreneur, α and βareparametersto be estimated,andei
is a random error term with a mean of zero. Expanding the RHS of equation 1 in line with our theoretical postulation in its
functional form, we have:
MEPi = ƒ(β1 APP+ β2 TER + β3 PROF+ β4 MENT)…………….2
Mathematically, the model is specified as:
MEPi =α + β1 APP+ β2 TER + β4 MENT ...……….....................3
To account for random effect and to defuse omitted explanatory variables that have impact on the regress and, equation 3 is
refigured to include the random error term. Thus the econometric model is:
MEPi =α + β1 APP+ β2 TER + β3 PROF + β4 MENT e………....4
The included variables APP, TER, PROF, MENT represent apprenticeship training,tertiaryeducation, professional certification
and mentoring. β1 – β4 are the slope coefficients of the regressors, α represents the vertical intercept and ε the stochastic
residual term, which is normally distributed with a mean value of zero.
DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
Demographic Profile of the Respondents
Table1: Distribution of Respondents According to Gender
Variable Frequency Percent (%) Cumulative (%)
Male 292 98.0 98.0
Female 6 2.0 100
Total 298 100
Source: Field Survey, 2019
Table 1 shows that two hundred and ninety-two of the respondents representing 98.0% respondents are males while two of
the respondents representing 2.0% of the respondents are females.
Table2: Distribution of Respondents According to Age
Variable Frequency Percent (%) Cumulative (%)
18-32 4 1.4 1.4
31-40 46 15.4 16.8
41-50 102 34.2 51.0
51-60 88 29.5 80.5
61-70 58 19.5 100.0
Total 298 100.0
Source: Field Survey, 2019
As shown in table 2, four respondents, representing 1.4% of the respondents are between the ages of 18-32. Forty-six
respondents, representing 15.4% of the respondents, are between the ages of 31-40. One hundred and two respondents,
representing 34.2% of the respondents, are between the ages of 41-50. Eighty-eight respondents, account for 29.5% of the
respondents, between the ages of 51-60, while fifty-eight respondents account for 19.5% of the respondents, are between the
ages of 61-70.
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Table3: Distribution of Respondents According to Educational Qualification
Variable Frequency Percent (%) Cumulative (%)
Primary 11 3.7 3.7
Secondary 239 80.2 83.9
Tertiary 48 16.1 100.0
Total 298 100.0
Source: Field Survey, 2019
From table 3, all the respondents had formal education.Elevenrespondentsrepresenting3.7%oftherespondentshadprimary
education. Two hundred and thirty-nine respondents representing 80.2% had secondary education while forty-eight
respondents representing 16.1% had tertiary education.
Table4: Distribution of Respondents According to Years of Business Experience
Variable Frequency Percent (%) Cumulative (%)
1-5 81 27.1 27.1
6-10 135 45.3 72.4
11-15 78 26.2 98.6
15-30 4 1.4 100.0
Total 298 100.0
Source: Field Survey, 2019
With respect to business experience, table 4 revealsthatEighty-onerespondentsrepresenting27.1%ofthe respondentshad1-
5years business experience. One hundred and thirty-five respondents representing 45.3% of the respondents had 6-10years
business experience. Seventy-eight respondents representing 26.2% of the respondents had 11-15yearsbusiness experience,
while four respondents representing 1.4% of the respondents had 15-30years business experience.
Table5: Distribution of Respondents According to Marital Status
Variable Frequency Percent (%) Cumulative (%)
Married 246 82.6 82.6
Single 47 15.8 98.6
Widow/Widower 5 1.6 100.0
Total 298 100.0
Source: Field Survey, 2019
From table 5, Two hundred and forty-six respondents representing 82.6% of the respondents are married. Forty-seven
respondents representing 15.8% of the respondents are single, while five respondents representing 1.6% of the respondents
are widow/widower.
Table6: Distribution According to Respondents Position
Variable Frequency Percent (%) Cumulative (%)
Owner/CEO 167 56.0 56.0
Manager 131 44.0 100.0
Total 298 100.0
Source: Field Survey, 2019
With respect to respondents’ position, one hundred and sixty-seven respondents representing 56.0% of the respondents are
Owner/CEO, while One hundred and thirty-one respondents representing 44% of the respondents are managers.
Regression Analysis Result
Table7: Regression Result on influence of entrepreneur's level of education on the performance of medium
enterprises in automobile industry in Anambra State, Nigeria
Model B Std. error T Sig.
Constant(C) 0.331 0.071 4.662 0.001
Apprenticeship training 0.761 0.119 6.394 0.000
Tertiary education 0.390 0.143 3.412 0.002
Professional certification 0.311 0.181 1.718 11.004
Mentoring 0.711 0.136 5.228 0.000
R 0.840
R2 0.798
Adj. R2 0.778
F-statistic 131.300 0.000
Source: Field Survey 2019
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Dependent Variable: Years of Business Experience
To ascertain the influence of entrepreneur's level of
education on the performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry, the weighted mean of the four
independent variables were regressed on the dependent
variable to enable us determine the nature of relationship
between the dependent and independent variables, effect of
the four independent variables on the dependent variable,
the overall fitness of the model using the F-statistics and
probability value and the level of significance of the
independent variables in influencing the dependent
variables using the t-test and probability value. The table
above shows the regression result. It also shows the
precision of the model which was analyzedusingeconomica
priori criteria and statistical criteria.
Discussion of Findings
Discussion based on economic a priori criteria
As showed in the table 4.11, it is observed that the
regression line has a positive intercept as presented by the
constant (c) = 0.331. This means that if all the variables are
held constant or fixed (zero), the performance of medium
enterprises in automobile industry increases by 33.1%. The
result also conforms to the a priori expectation. This states
that the intercept could be positive or negative, so it
conforms to the theoretical expectation. Apprenticeship
training is significant and has a positive relationship with
performance of medium enterprises in automobileindustry.
This implies that the apprenticeship training and
performance of medium enterprises in automobile industry
increase in the same direction. That is to say that
apprenticeship traininghasa directand positiverelationship
with performance of medium enterprises in automobile
industry. In other words, 1% increase in apprenticeship
training will bring about 76.1% growths in the performance
of medium enterprises in automobile industry.
Tertiary education is significantandhasa directandpositive
relationship with performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry. In otherwords,1%increaseinTertiary
education will bring about 39.0% growths in the
performance of medium enterprises in automobileindustry.
Professional certification is not significant but it has a direct
and positive relationship with performance of medium
enterprises in automobile industry. As the Professional
certification grows, it increases the performance of medium
enterprises in automobile industry. In other words, 1%
increase in professional certification will bring about 31.1%
increases in the performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry.
Mentoring is significant and also has direct and positive
relationship with performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry. Therefore, 1% increase in mentoring
will bring about 71.1% increases in the performance of
medium enterprises in automobile industry.
Discussion based on statistical criteria
In order to evaluate the influence of entrepreneur's level of
education on the performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry, the analysis was also done based on
statistical criteria by applying the coefficient of
determination (R2) and the F–test. In general, the joint effect
of the explanatory variables-independent variables-in the
model account for 0.798or 79.8% of the variations in the
performance of medium enterprises in automobileindustry.
This implies that 79.8% of the variations in the performance
of medium enterprises in automobile industry are being
accounted for or explained by the variations in
apprenticeship training, tertiary education and professional
certification and mentoring. While other independent
variables not captured in the model explainjust20.2%ofthe
variations in performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry.
With the exception of professional certification which was
not significant, all the coefficients (apprenticeship training,
tertiary education and mentoring) have significantly
influenced the performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry.
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Apprenticeship training has a direct and positive
relationship with performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry. From the hypothesis tested, it was
revealed that apprenticeship training has significant
influence on the performance of medium enterprises in
automobile industry in Anambra State, Nigeria. Tertiary
education of entrepreneurs has influenced the performance
of medium enterprises in automobile industry in Anambra
State, Nigeria.Professional certificationofentrepreneurs has
no significant influence on the performance of medium
enterprises in automobileindustryinAnambra State,Nigeria
but it has a positiverelationship.Mentoringof entrepreneurs
has significant and positive influence on the performance of
medium enterprises in automobile industry in Anambra
State, Nigeria.
Based on the findings of this study, the following
recommendations are made: With respect toapprenticeship
training, the study recommends that there is a need for the
development of supervised apprenticeship training
programme by the agency regulating small and medium
enterprises since it has been found to significantly influence
the performance of medium enterprises in automobile
industry. The entrepreneurs need to improve on their
tertiary education and professional certification. This will
give them comparative advantages in automobile industry
and also influence their investment decision. The
entrepreneurs should also strive to be properly mentored
especially during theirapprenticeshiptraining.Thiswill help
enhance their business initiative in the competitive
automobile industry.
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