The role of entrepreneurship curriculum in empowering rural students for socio-economic development in South Africa
Oluwatoyin Ayodele Ajani ORCID ↗
International Journal of Business Ecosystem & Strategy · 2024 · Vol. 6 / Issue 3 · 214-224
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Abstract
This systematic literature review investigates the role of entrepreneurship curriculum in empowering rural students for socio-economic development in South Africa. Entrepreneurship education has gained prominence as a means to address unemployment and poverty, particularly in rural areas. However, there is a gap in understanding how entrepreneurship curriculum can effectively empower rural students. Through a systematic review of literature published between 2010 and 2024, this study examines the existing research to elucidate the impact of entrepreneurship curriculum on rural student empowerment and socio-economic development in South Africa. The findings contribute to the body of knowledge by identifying key themes, challenges, and best practices in entrepreneurship education for rural students.
Keywords: {'name': 'Entrepreneurship curriculum'}, {'name': 'rural students'}, {'name': 'socio-economic development'}, {'name': 'South Africa'}, {'name': 'empowerment'}
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