ABSTRACT
In today’s digital age, acquiring digital skills has become increasingly crucial for individuals aiming to succeed in the entrepreneurial landscape. This research project aims to explore the role of business education in enhancing digital skills acquisition for entrepreneurship development.
A mixed-methods approach will be adopted, incorporating qualitative and quantitative data collection methods. Qualitative data will be gathered through interviews and focus group discussions with entrepreneurs, business educators, and industry experts. Additionally, quantitative data will be collected through surveys administered to a sample of business education students and entrepreneurs. The research objectives include assessing the current state of digital skills acquisition among business education students, exploring the role of business education in fostering digital entrepreneurship, and identifying strategies for enhancing digital skills acquisition through business education.
The findings of this research project will contribute to the existing body of knowledge by providing valuable insights into the role of business education in enhancing digital skills acquisition for entrepreneurship development. The research will shed light on the current proficiency levels of business education students in digital skills, identify the gaps and challenges in digital skills acquisition, and explore effective teaching methods and curriculum components that promote digital entrepreneurship. Furthermore, the study will highlight the potential benefits of integrating practical experiences, such as internships and real-world projects, in developing digital skills among business education students.
The implications of this research extend to curriculum developers, educators, policymakers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. The findings will inform curriculum developers and educators about the importance of integrating digital skills training into business education programs, enabling them to design and deliver curriculum that aligns with the needs of aspiring entrepreneurs. Policymakers can utilize the research findings to shape policies that support the integration of digital skills training within business education, fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem that thrives in the digital era. Aspiring entrepreneurs can gain insights into the digital skills required for success and identify opportunities for acquiring those skills through business education programs.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page i
Declaration ii
Approval Page iii
Dedication iv
Abstract vi
Table of Contents vii
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Introduction 1
1.2 Background of the study 3
1.3 Statement of the General Problem 4
1.4 Objective of the study 5
1.5 Significance of the study 5
1.6 Statement of hypothesis 6
1.7 Scope of the study 6
1.8 Limitation of the study 7
1.9 Definition of terms 7
CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW
2.0 Introduction 9
2.1 Review of related literature 9
2.2 Theoretical framework
2.3 Summary of review 33
CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.1 Introduction 35
3.2 Research design 35
3.3 Area of study 35
3.4 Population of the study 36
3.5 Sample size 36
3.6 Instrument for data collection 36
3.7 Reliability of the instrument 37
3.8 Validity of the Instrument 38
3.9 Method of data Collection 38
3.10 Method of Data Analysis 39
CHAPTER FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
4.1 Introduction 41
4.2 Characteristics of the respondents 41
4.3 Presentation of Data Analysis 43
4.4 Discussion of Findings 48
4.5 Summary of findings 49
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Summary 51
5.2 Conclusion 52
5.3 Recommendation 53
Biography 54
Appendix 56
ENHANCING DIGITAL SKILLS ACQUISITION THROUGH BUSINESS EDUCATION FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT, GET MORE PHD DISSERTATION BUSINESS EDUCATION
