INFLUENCE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION ON EMPLOYMENT GENERATION OF OFFICE TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT (O.T.M) GRADUATES IN 3 SELECTED POLYTECHNICS IN KWARA STATE
Abstract
ABSTRACT
This study investigates the influence of entrepreneurship education on the employment generation of Office Technology and Management (O.T.M) graduates in three selected polytechnics in Kwara State, Nigeria. Given the rising unemployment rate among graduates and the need for self-reliance, this research aims to assess the effectiveness of entrepreneurship education in equipping O.T.M graduates with the necessary skills for self-employment and job creation. The study employs a descriptive survey method, utilizing structured questionnaires administered to a sample population of 145 graduates from Federal Polytechnic Offa, Lens Polytechnic Offa, and Kwara State Polytechnic Ilorin. Key objectives include examining the level of exposure to entrepreneurship education, assessing its impact on graduates' employability, and identifying challenges faced in applying entrepreneurial knowledge. Findings indicate that a significant majority of respondents perceive
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