YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS”: BOOSTING THE ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS IN YOUNG PEOPLE LIVING IN MARGINAL URBAN AREAS OF GUAYAQUIL, ECUADOR– A CASE STUDY

Abstract:

In the world, youth unemployment increased from 12.9% in 2015 to 13.1% in 2016 according to the International Labor Organization. In emerging economies, unemployment reached a peak of 13.7%. Also, in developing countries, the youth unemployment rate increased to 9.5% in 2016. Hence, to cope with this social issue, Ecuadorian regulations enforce the change of the productive matrix and prioritize eco-efficient production. Moreover, the National Plan of Good Living fosters sustainable development and people’s well-being. In fact, the objective nine of the Plan guarantees a dignifying job, promotes the expansion of job opportunities for young people and encourages the reduction of underemployment. Additionally, the Ecuadorian Higher Education Council establishes the internship of undergraduate students in social projects. In this context, the Institution of Higher Education (IHE) where this qualitative …

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2018

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