The Effect of Social Capital on the Performance of Women Entrepreneurs

Bala Ado Kofar Mata, Fatima Ibrahim

Abstract


This study investigates the effect of social capital on the performance of women entrepreneurs. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire which was administered on women entrepreneurs. Data was analyzed using Pearson moment correlation and linear regression analyses. Findings revealed a strong and positive relationship between social capital and the performance of women entrepreneurs. Put in another way, every unit or 100% increase in social capital will lead to an increase of .315 or 31.5% increase in business performance. This implies that enterprise performance is not restricted to availability of human and financial capital, but the valuable information on markets, suppliers, and methods of operation availed by social capital creates an avenue for improved performance. It was recommended that financial institutions should create avenues through which women would interact and learn diverse business practices.

Keywords: Social Capital, Women Entrepreneurs, Performance, Financial Institutions.

DOI: 10.7176/EJBM/12-2-10

Publication date: January 31st 2020


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