Explore Project Topics on: SOCIAL CHANGE AND SMALL SCALE INFORMAL SECTOR

ABSTRACT The main objective for embarking on this study was to examine informal micro financing and small scale business in Makurdi Local Government Area: a study of daily contribution. A survey research design was adopted with a sample of 160, using a four (4) point Likert rating scale administered a questionnaire to the sampled respondents and... Continue Reading

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1   BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY The economies of third world countries such as Nigeria operate with dual financial institutions. On one hand are group which function through direct governmental control known as Formal Financial Institutions such as Commercial Banks, Insurance Companies and Mortgage Banks. And on the other... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT This work evaluates the effects of climate change on cowpea production among small-scale farmers in this regard Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. The study had (4) research objectives and (4) research questions raised from the objectives. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select respondents from the study... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT This work evaluates the effects of climate change on cowpea production among small-scale farmers in this regard Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. The study had (4) research objectives and (4) research questions raised from the objectives. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select respondents from the study... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT This work evaluates the effects of climate change on cowpea production among small-scale farmers in this regard Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. The study had (4) research objectives and (4) research questions raised from the objectives. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select respondents from the study... Continue Reading

  ABSTRACT The study investigates the impact of small scale industries on the Nigerian economy, spanning from 1986 to 2010. The study adoptedOrdinary Least Square (OLS) Linear Specification model. Using unit root test, the work shows that small scale industries significantly contributed to the economic growth in Nigeria despite poor funding by... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT This research work, examined The Role of Social Networking in the Development of Small and Medium Scale Businesses in Enugu Metropolis. The objectives of the study include to find out the extent small and medium scale businesses in... Continue Reading

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1     Background to the Study Economists often emphasize that demand should not be confused with need, desire or want. The need, want, or desire for a good or service that is backed-up with the willingness and ability to pay is what is termed as demand. Obviously, in a country like Nigeria where poverty is still a... Continue Reading

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the study. Over the past years, scholars have debated on whether the informal sector should really be seen as a marginalized sector, which mops up excess or entrenched workers or as a vibrant, entrepreneurial part of the Nigeria economy which can... Continue Reading

Abstract The occurrence of building failure and collapse has become a major issue of concern in the development of this nation as the magnitudes of this incident are becoming very alarming. This paper therefore examines the incidents of building failure/collapse in Nigeria. By focusing on six major states from each of the six geo-political... Continue Reading

Abstract Patatte is a simple social network that helps people to find and collaborate with informal and semi-formal experts. This project’s aim is to solve the ‘expert finding+ problem’ which is the problem of finding an unknown expert (for any purpose including hiring, working with or questioning the expert) by searching through real world... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The study examined the impact of micro financing in the informal sector of Nigeria Economy. The study employed descriptive statistic and Ordinary Linear Square (OLS) econometric technique in its empirical estimation. The findings revealed that... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The role played by computer is the existence growth and efficient operation of modern firm is numerous. Thus, this research was geared towards examining the impact of computerization on the accounting system of banks with a particular reference to Fidelity Bank Nigeria Plc. Baring this in mind, efforts were made to find out how and in... Continue Reading

                        Abstract This research work examined the role of informal Sector in employment generation in  Ilorin, kwara state Nigeria. The study made use of primary data obtained from 100  respondents from Ilorin West Local Government in kwara state through the copies of  questionnaire administered. The data collected... Continue Reading

                        Abstract This research work examined the role of informal Sector in employment generation in  Ilorin, kwara state Nigeria. The study made use of primary data obtained from 100  respondents from Ilorin West Local Government in kwara state through the copies of  questionnaire administered. The data collected... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The role played by computer is the existence growth and efficient operation of modern firm is numerous. Thus, this research was geared towards examining the impact of computerization on the accounting system of banks with a particular reference to Fidelity Bank Nigeria Plc. Baring this in mind, efforts were made to find out how and in... Continue Reading

CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY It is very important to note that in many developing countries like Nigeria, it is being argued that the small scale industries have not and cannot alone be expected to play... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The research study seeks to examine the effects of cedi depreciation on the activities of  small scale businesses in the country. The aim of the research is to examine the impact of  cedi depreciation on imports, income, size and the growth and performance of the small  scale industries. In addition the research work aims at finding... Continue Reading

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY It is very important to note that in many developing countries like Nigeria, it is being argued that the small scale industries have not and cannot alone be expected to play the dynamic role that they are expected to play towards the rapid growth and development of the various segment of the country. It is therefore... Continue Reading

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY           It is very important to note that in many developing countries like Nigeria, it is being argued that the small scale industries have not and cannot alone be expected to play the dynamic role that they are expected to play towards the rapid growth and development of the various segment of the country. It... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The study was designed to assess the informal sector electrical craft practice and apprenticeship training. The informal electrical master craftsmen have a low educational background and have not acquired adequate theoretical knowledge to practice the Craft effectively and the governments have not given adequate attention by formulating... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The study explored the prospects and challenges in the informal auto-mechanic sector focusing on auto-mechanics enterprises within the Kumasi Metropolis. Specifically, the study sought to examine the prospects of the auto-mechanic enterprises, examine the challenges facing auto-mechanic enterprises, and the preparedness of auto-mechanics... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The study explored the prospects and challenges in the informal auto-mechanic sector focusing on auto-mechanics enterprises within the Kumasi Metropolis. Specifically, the study sought to examine the prospects of the auto-mechanic enterprises, examine the challenges facing auto-mechanic enterprises, and the preparedness of auto-mechanics... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The study explored the prospects and challenges in the informal auto-mechanic sector focusing on auto-mechanics enterprises within the Kumasi Metropolis. Specifically, the study sought to examine the prospects of the auto-mechanic enterprises, examine the challenges facing auto-mechanic enterprises, and the preparedness of auto-mechanics... Continue Reading

This research work examined the relevance of financial ratio analysis in the appraisal of small scale business with particular reference to Mr. Biggs fast food in cross river state. The study examined the establishing of the extent to which accounting ratio can be used to interpret accounting records of small scale business, finding and analysing... Continue Reading

This research work examined the relevance of financial ratio analysis in the appraisal of small scale business with particular reference to Mr. Biggs fast food in cross river state. The study examined the establishing of the extent to which accounting ratio can be used to interpret accounting records of small scale business, finding and analysing... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Meeting the demands of the society calls for a large bulk of funds which an individual or community could not contribute alone. One of the main methods through which these funds are generated for the government is through taxation. Members of the public who are capable of paying tax are expected to discharge their civic responsibility by... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Meeting the demands of the society calls for a large bulk of funds which an individual or community could not contribute alone. One of the main methods through which these funds are generated for the government is through taxation. Members of the public who are capable of paying tax are expected to discharge their civic responsibility by... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The topic of the study was banking services and performance of the informal sector in Makindye division, Kampala. The study was guided by three specific objectives, that included i) determining the extent of banking services; ii) level of performance of informal sector; iii) the effects of banking services on performance of informal... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT In developing countries, attainment of economic growth depends upon physical capital, in addition to other factors of production. Growth in physical capital entails investment in capital goods which help in the production of other goods and services. The concern in this study was to investigate the determinants of investment in the... Continue Reading