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Optimizing Rural Development: Addressing the Challenges of Redundant Entrepreneurship Training Programs to Enhance Economic Sustainability

Year: 2024

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: The efficacy of rural development and entrepreneurship training programs has been widely recognized for enhancing economic opportunities in rural areas. However, the duplication of similar training initiatives can lead to market saturation, diminished returns on investments, and resource wastage. This paper examines the issues arising from the proliferation of identical training programs, focusing on the adverse effects on both established and new rural entrepreneurs. Drawing from case studies and existing literature, the paper identifies the core challenges and proposes strategic recommendations to optimize training efforts and ensure sustainable rural development.

Source: Proceedings of the International Conference on Rural Development and Entrepreneurship (ICORE)

DOI: 10.32424/9gwh0562

Authors: Geoffrey Tanakinjal, Bonaventure Boniface, Tommy Teo, Mohammad Zaini

Institutions: Universiti of Malaysia Sabah, Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University

Language: English

Topic: Rural development and sustainability

Subfield: General Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W7203533488

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