Assessing the provision of enterepreneurship education restraining unemployment among youth

Abstract

The study, conducted at the Institute of Accountancy Arusha in Njiro Arusha, targeted a population of 118, consisting of 108 youths and 10 lecturers. Its aim was to assess both students studying entrepreneurship education and lecturers teaching the subject. The focus encompassed evaluating the quality of entrepreneurship education, understanding challenges faced by youths in implementing it, and proposing strategies for the Institute of Accountancy Arusha to adopt in order to mitigate unemployment by overcoming these challenges. The research employed an exploratory case research design, utilizing stratified and purposive sampling for participant selection. Primary data were collected through interviews with lecturers and focus group discussions with youths, analyzed qualitatively using thematic analysis. The study recommends a systematic approach to address challenges faced by young entrepreneurs in business centers. This includes immediate attention to their financial needs, facilitation of access to external markets, establishment of supportive policies, and the creation of a robust networking system to enhance their connections and opportunities. This comprehensive strategy ensures a well-rounded response to the issues faced by youths in business centers, fostering their sustained success