Cyberpreneurship and Economic Development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMES) in Enugu State
Authors: Ihionu, M. C., Okechukwu, E. U.
Journal: Contemporary Journal of Management (CJM), ISSN 2766-1431
Citation: CJM 6(3): 1-19, 2024-06-20.
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.12188935
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Type: Original Research
Abstract
The study evaluated the Cyberpreneurship and Economic Development of Small and Medium Enterprises’ (SMEs) in Enugu State. The specific objectives consequently were to: evaluate the relationship of audio-video technicians on unemployment rates and ascertain the relationship of IT professionals on the income generation in Enugu State. The area of the study was selected SMEs of ICT centres in Enugu state. The study used the descriptive survey design approach. The primary source of data was the administration of questionnaire. A total population of 114 staff was used. The whole population was used due to small number. Eighty six (86) staff returned the questionnaire and accurately filled. Data was presented and analyzed using Likert Scale and the hypotheses using Pearson correlation coefficient (r). The findings indicated Audio-video technicians had significant positive relationship on employment rates in Enugu State, Z (95, n = 211), 2.911
Keywords
Cyberpreneurship and Economic Development, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Enugu State, Unemployment Rate, ICT Centres CJM-6.3-1-19
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The study evaluated the Cyberpreneurship and Economic Development of Small and Medium Enterprises’ (SMEs) in Enugu State. The specific objectives consequently were to: evaluate the relationship of audio-video technicians on unemployment rates and ascertain the relationship of IT professionals on the income generation in Enugu State. The area of the study was selected SMEs of ICT centres in Enugu state. The study used the descriptive survey design approach. The primary source of data was the administration of questionnaire. A total population of 114 staff was used. The whole population was used due to small number. Eighty six (86) staff returned the questionnaire and accurately filled. Data was presented and analyzed using Likert Scale and the hypotheses using Pearson correlation coefficient (r). The findings indicated Audio-video technicians had significant positive relationship on employment rates in Enugu State, Z (95, n = 211), 2.911