RE- BRANDING BUSINESS EDUCATION THROUGH PROMOTION OF ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH AND POVERTY REDUCTION

UNEGBU, P.I and EKE, D. I.
Publisher: JOTERD {"id":5,"volume_name":"Vol 5 Number 1","created_at":null,"updated_at":null,"url":"volumes\/5.jpg"} (1): 1: doi: 1 Published in 2017

This paper aimed at highlighting the ways of rebranding business education career through acquisition of innovative entrepreneurial skills as a means towards sustaining the economic growth and reducing poverty in Nigeria. Brief analyses of key concepts, importance and problems facing innovation and entrepreneurial skills development were explored in the paper. The authors concluded that acquisition of both innovative techniques and entrepreneurial skills are very crucial for local production and increase productivity. These skills can be achieved through commitment, attitudinal reorientation, revival of cultural values, and establishing own business after graduation. It was recommended that: There is need to enhance graduates acquisition of skills and capacities for innovation and entrepreneurial skills; Provide adequate facilities needed in the teaching and learning of entrepreneurship in the department of business education in institutions of learning in Nigeria; Ensure that business education is taught and sponsored regularly to foster entrepreneurial mindset.

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