TABLE OF CONTENTS
Abstract
CHAPTER ONE
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Background of Study
1.2 Statement of Problems
1.3 Research Objectives
1.4 Research Question
1.5 Research Hypothesis
1.6 Scope of Study
1.7 Significance of study
1.8 Limitation of study
1.9 Definition of terms
CHAPTER TWO
2.0 Literature Review
CHAPTER THREE
3.0 Research methodology
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Population of study
3.3 Sampling Design and Procedure
3.4 Data Collection Instrument
3.5 Administration of Data Collection Instrument
3.6 Methods of data analysis
CHAPTER FOUR
4.0 Data Presentation and Analysis
4.1 Data Presentation
4.2 Test of Hypothesis
CHAPTER FIVE
5.0 Summary, Conclusion and Recommendation
5.1 Summary
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendation
References
Questionnaire
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Globally, Small and Medium-Scale Enterprises (SMEs) play crucial roles in the support of both developed and developing economies. About 75% of the work forces in Europe are employed by SMEs (Rathnasiri, 2014). The dynamic role of SMEs in developing countries cannot be overemphasized. These enterprises have been recognized as the conduit through which rapid industrialization and other developmental goals of these countries can be achieved. United Nations Commission on Trade and Development (UNCTD) (2004) stated that SMEs were sustaining up to 60% of emerging economies growth output. The SME sector also employed a projected 22% of the adult population in developing countries. The sector employs about 15.5% of the labour force in Nigeria (Kayanula & Quartey, 2013), and has witnessed higher employment growth than micro and large scale enterprises (5% in Nigeria). Although, SMEs form a substantial part of the economy, unfortunately their contribution to the economy is yet to be fully realized due to a myriad of problems. This is evidence by the large number of SMEs spread throughout the country but, with very little to show in terms of sustained growth and diversity in Nigeria’s industrial output.