ABSTRACT
This research topic titled “the role of small scale enterprise in solving unemployment problem in Enugu North L.G.A started with the introduction, where the researcher discussed the background of the study, the objectives of the study, which is to examine the role of small scale business, in reducing unemployment in Nigeria, to find out the problems and challenges of small-scale business etc. The significance of the study include that the study is of great importance to operators of small-scale business. In chapter III the researcher used the survey type of research. The survey type of research is used because the study involves large population. The researcher used both the primary and secondary sources of data. The area of study are twelve (12) zones in Enugu North L.G.A the areas include Asata, Umunevo, Onuasata etc. the type of business investigated are tailoring hair dressing, barbing and phone call. The sample is two hundred and ninety-five (295) while sixteen (16) questionnaires were not returned. The researcher presented the table in frequencies and percentages using the frequency distribution table. The data were analyzed using inferential statistics. In chapter five, the summary of findings include that the researcher found out that lack of capital, inability to obtain loan etc are some of the problems of small-scale business. The researcher concluded that government has not really taken small-scale business seriously in Nigeria while in recommendations; the researcher recommended that banks should assist small-scale business owners with loans etc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page
Certification
Dedication
Acknowledgements
Abstract
Table of content
CHAPTER ONE:
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Hypothesis Formulation
1.6 Significance of the Study
1.7 Scope of the Study
1.8 Limitations of the Study
1.9 Definition of Terms
CHAPTER TWO:
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
2.1 Theoretical Foundation
2.1.1Definition of Small Scale Enterprises
2.1.2Origin of Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria
2.1.3Classification of Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria
2.1.4Developmental and Growth Activities Undertaking in Nigeria
2.1.5Nature of Small Business in Nigeria
2.1.6Problem of Small Scale Business in Nigeria
2.1.7Causes of Survival of Small Scale Industries in Nigeria
2.1.8Role of Government in Promoting Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria
2.2 Theoretical Framework
2.2.1Relevance of Small Scale Enterprises to the Development of Nigeria
2.2.2Small Scale Enterprises Solution to Unemployment in Nigeria
2.2.3Problems Confronting Small Scale Enterprises in the Development of Nigeria
2.2.4Impact of Government of Small Scale Enterprises Development in Nigeria
2.2.5Roles of Banks in Financing Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria References
CHAPTER THREE:
RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Area of the Study
3.3 Sources of Data
3.3.1Primary Sources
3.3.2Secondary Source
3.4 Population of the Study
3.5 Sample Size Determination and Sampling Techniques
3.5.1Proportional Sample Size
3.6 Methods of Data Collection
3.7 Reliability of the Instrument
References
CHAPTER FOUR:
DATA PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Re-Statement of Hypothesis
4.3 Data Presentation
CHAPTER FIVE:
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendation
Bibliography
Appendix
Questionnaire
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