This study examined the factors that affected the performance of women-owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Dire Dawa City.
The research employed a qualitative case study approach to gather data from women entrepreneurs operating in the region. The study identified and analyzed key factors that influenced SME performance, including access to finance, entrepreneurial skills, social networks, government support, and market conditions. The findings highlighted the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, such as limited access to finance and inadequate government support, while emphasizing the positive impact of strong social networks and supportive market conditions.
Based on the results, recommendations were provided to enhance the performance of women-owned SMEs, including initiatives to improve access to finance, develop entrepreneurial skills, increase Access of Technology, availability of Infrastructure. The study contributed to the existing literature on women entrepreneurship and provided practical insights for policymakers, stakeholders, and women entrepreneurs in Dire Dawa City, enabling them to create a more supportive environment for the growth and success of women-owned SMEs.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1.1 Background
- 1.2 Statement of the Study
- 1.3 Research Objectives
- a) To assess the financial challenges faced by women-owned SMEs in Dire Dawa City.
- b) To examine the influence of Infrastructure on the performance of women-owned SMEs.
- c) To explore the role of Technology in supporting the performance of women-owned SMEs.
- d) To investigate the impact of entrepreneurial skills and knowledge on the performance of women-owned SMEs.
- 1.4 The significance of the study
- 2. Literature Review
- 2.1 Theoretical literature review
- Women's Entrepreneurship and Performance
- Financial Challenges and Performance
- Infrastructure and Performance
- Technology and Performance
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to explore and analyze the factors that affect the performance of women-owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Dire Dawa City, Ethiopia. The research focuses on understanding the challenges and opportunities faced by women entrepreneurs in this specific context, with the goal of informing policy development, supporting business organizations, and empowering women entrepreneurs themselves.
- Financial challenges faced by women-owned SMEs
- Impact of infrastructure on the performance of women-owned SMEs
- Role of technology in supporting women-owned SMEs
- Influence of entrepreneurial skills and knowledge on the performance of women-owned SMEs
- Strategies adopted by women entrepreneurs to overcome challenges
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The study begins with a detailed background on the importance of SMEs in developing countries, particularly women-owned businesses. It highlights the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Dire Dawa City, Ethiopia, setting the stage for the research. The study then outlines its objectives, which focus on assessing financial challenges, examining the influence of infrastructure, exploring the role of technology, and investigating the impact of entrepreneurial skills on the performance of women-owned SMEs.
Chapter 2 presents a comprehensive literature review, examining theoretical frameworks that explain the relationship between women's entrepreneurship and business performance. This section explores various factors, including financial constraints, gender biases, business networks, and entrepreneurial skills, and their impact on the performance of women-owned SMEs. The review also delves into specific challenges such as limited access to capital, lack of collateral, gender-based biases in lending, and financial literacy gaps that affect women entrepreneurs' ability to start and grow their businesses. Additionally, it discusses the influence of access to physical infrastructure, transportation networks, utilities, and communication systems on the performance of women-owned businesses.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This study focuses on the performance of women-owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Dire Dawa City, Ethiopia. It explores various factors impacting their performance, including financial challenges, infrastructure, technology, entrepreneurial skills, and strategies adopted by women entrepreneurs to overcome challenges. The study aims to inform policy development, support business organizations, and empower women entrepreneurs to achieve inclusive economic growth.
- Quote paper
- Mikiyas Nigussie (Author), 2024, Factors that Affect the Performance of Women-Owned Small and Medium Enterprises. Case Study of Dire Dawa City, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/1441089
