Impact Of Home Economics-Based Entrepreneurship Education on Students’ Business Skills Development in Secondary Schools in Jos North Metropolis

Abstract

This study examines the impact of Home Economics-based entrepreneurship education on
students’ business skills development in secondary schools in Jos North Metropolis. The study
was necessitated by the inadequate entrepreneurial competencies among students, which hinder
their self-reliance and economic productivity. The study was guided by three objectives and three
research questions. The Experiential Learning Theory (ELT), propounded by David A. Kolb
(1984, revised in 2014) was used as theoretical framework. Using a descriptive survey research
design, a sample of 200 students was selected from 10 secondary schools through random
sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using mean scores
and chi-square tests. Findings revealed that Home Economics-based entrepreneurship education
significantly enhances students’ financial management, creativity, problem-solving abilities and
business preparedness. However, challenges such as inadequate funding, limited practical
facilities, insufficient instructional time and a shortage of qualified teachers hinder its effective
implementation. The study concludes that integrating hands-on entrepreneurship training into
Home Economics curricula can significantly equip students with the skills needed for small-scale
business ventures. It recommends increased government support, enhanced practical learning
facilities and stronger collaboration between schools and the business community to maximise
the potential of entrepreneurship education in secondary schools.