Brief Introduction

Economic development of a nation is a function of enterprises existing within the country. Business enterprises do not matter the scale or size contribution in various ways of boosting economic development. However, it is worthy of note that small-scale enterprises are more predominant in our society. In our society, various forms of small-scale industries exist performing various roles. It is worthy of note that these industries naturally are expected to contribute to the well being of citizens to around them.

The specific attention on them is based on their expected impart and potential contribution on board and diversified production base as well as their accelerating effect in achieving macro objectives pertaining of full employment, income distribution and the development of local technology. They are particularly most conducive for diffusion of management skills and stimulation of indigenous entrepreneurship over time.

Unfortunately, because of profit initiative most of these industries have failed to perform the expected roles. The government is now left with all activities for development of our nation. It is not unusual seeing activities in Owerri as nearer to the people and better understanding of their need.

They are expected to provide employment, social amenities, pay tax to government and performs other roles. But the question is to know what extent do they perform these roles. Do they see themselves as a partner with the government in development of nation or as parastatals? With the consistence of people in this trade over time had brought with it increase income and better well being.

Table of contents

Title Page
Approval Page
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Abstract
Table of Contents

CHAPTER ONE
Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Research Question
1.4 Objective of the Study/Purpose
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Scope of the Study
1.7 Limitations of the Study
1.8 Definition of Terms

CHAPTER TWO
2.0 Literature Review
2.1 Definitions
2.2 Characteristics of Small-Scale Enterprises
2.3 Environmental Factors Affecting Small-Scale Business
2.4 Advantages of Small-Scale Enterprises
2.5 Symptoms/Causes of Business Failure
2.6 Problems of Small-Scale Enterprises in Nigeria
2.7 The Importance of Small-Scale Enterprises

CHAPTER THREE
3.0 Research Design and Methodology
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Research Design and Method
3.3 Sources of Data Collection
3.4 Method of Data Collection
3.5 Population of the Study and Sample Size Determination
3.6 Sampling Techniques Procedure
3.7 Method of Data Analysis

CHAPTER FOUR
4.0 Data Presentation and Analysis
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Data Presentation

CHAPTER FIVE
5.0 Summary of Findings, Conclusion and Recommendations
5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendations
References
Appendix