Micro and Small Enterprises in Assosa Town. A Case Study of Factors Affecting Performance

Master's Thesis , 2016 , 123 Pages

Economics - Case Scenarios

Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Assosa town do not show the necessary performance level and some of the enterprises disappear from the market in their infant age. Hence, this study was conducted with the objective of assessing factors affecting performance of micro and small enterprises in Assosa town.

After statistical analysis, the study concludes that both external and internal factors affect performance of MSEs and their existence could be improved. Variables such as political, legal, financial, marketing, working premises, infrastructural, opportunity seeking, persistence, commitment to the work, demand for efficiency and quality, goal setting, risk taking, information seeking, and self-confidence positively influence to performance of MSEs (profit) and significantly affect performance of MSEs. Similarly, for capital, variables such as political, legal, financial, marketing, working premises, technological, opportunity seeking, persistence, commitment to the work, demand for efficiency and quality, risk taking, information seeking, and self-confidence positively influence the performance of MSEs (capital) and significantly affect performance of MSEs.

In order to reduce the influence of external and internal factors on performance of MSEs, policy makers and the service provider institutions need to consider and revise the extent, intensity, and quality of support and their linkages.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
• 1.1 Background of the Study
• 1.2 Statement of the Problem
• 1.3 Objectives of the Study
• 1.3.1 General Objective
• 1.3.2 Specific Objectives
• 1.4 Research Questions
• 1.5 Significance of the Study
• 1.6 Scope and Limitation of the Study
• 1.7 Organization of the Study
• CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW
• 2.1 Conceptual Framework
• 2.2 Definition of Key Terms
• 2.3 Micro and Small Scale Enterprises (MSEs)
• 2.3.1 Concepts and Definitions of MSEs
• 2.3.2 Roles of MSEs in Economic Development
• 2.3.3 Challenges of MSEs
• 2.4 Factors Affecting MSEs Performance
• 2.4.1 Internal Factors
• 2.4.2 External Factors
• 2.5 Performance Measurement of MSEs
• 2.6 Empirical Review
• CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
• 3.1 Research Design
• 3.2 Population and Sample Size
• 3.3 Sampling Technique
• 3.4 Data Collection Methods
• 3.4.1 Primary Data
• 3.4.2 Secondary Data
• 3.5 Data Analysis Techniques
• 3.6 Ethical Consideration
• CHAPTER FOUR: PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS OF DATA
• 4.1 Socio-economic Characteristics of the Respondents
• 4.2 Assessment of Factors Affecting MSEs Performance
• 4.2.1 Internal Factors
• 4.2.2 External Factors
• 4.3 Performance Measurement of MSEs
• CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
• 5.1 Summary
• 5.2 Conclusion
• 5.3 Recommendations

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This thesis examines the factors that influence the performance of micro and small scale enterprises (MSEs) in Assosa Town, Ethiopia. The study aims to identify the key internal and external factors that impact MSE performance, providing insights into the challenges faced by these businesses and suggesting strategies for improvement.

• The significance of MSEs in economic development
• Factors affecting MSEs performance, including internal and external factors
• Challenges faced by MSEs in Assosa Town
• Performance measurement of MSEs
• Recommendations for enhancing MSE performance

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One introduces the research topic, outlining the background, statement of the problem, objectives, research questions, significance, scope, and limitations of the study. Chapter Two reviews relevant literature, defining key terms and discussing the concepts of MSEs, their roles in economic development, and the challenges they face. This chapter also examines factors affecting MSEs performance, including internal and external factors, and explores performance measurement techniques.

Chapter Three delves into the research methodology, outlining the design, population, sample size, sampling technique, data collection methods, data analysis techniques, and ethical considerations. Chapter Four presents and analyzes the collected data, focusing on the socio-economic characteristics of the respondents and the assessment of factors affecting MSEs performance. The chapter also provides an analysis of performance measurement indicators.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The study explores the key factors influencing the performance of micro and small scale enterprises in Assosa Town, Ethiopia. This includes analyzing internal factors such as management practices, financial resources, and access to technology, alongside external factors such as government policies, infrastructure, and competition. The study also examines performance measurement indicators, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by MSEs in the region.

• Author: Dereje Muleta (Author)
• Publication Year: 2016
• Pages: 123
• Catalog Number: V371768
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668496224
• ISBN (Book): 9783668496231
• Language: English
• Tags: ASSESSMENT OF FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE OF MICRO AND SMALL SCALE ENTERPRISES: A CASE STUDY OF ASSOSA TOWN BY DEREJE MULETA LENCHO