Role of Government Policy and Innovation for Enhancingthe Financial Sustainability of Business Education in Nigerian Universities in a Challenging Economy
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David Isaiah
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DOI :10.5281/zenodo.17136884
- 2Department of Vocational and Technology Education(Business Education unit), Faculty of Education, Taraba State University, Jalingo, Nigeria
This study explored the role of government policy and
innovation in enhancing the financial sustainability of business education in
Nigerian universities within a challenged economy. A survey research design was
adopted, focusing on universities offering business education programs in
Nigeria. The population comprised lecturers, administrators, and industry
stakeholders involved in business education financing. A total of 400
respondents were selected using simple random sampling, following the sample
size determination method of Krejcie and Morgan (1970). Data were collected
using a structured questionnaire titled “Government Policy, Innovation, and
Financial Sustainability in Business Education Questionnaire” (GPIF-BEQ), which
had a reliability coefficient of 0.89. Data analysis involved mean and standard
deviation to answer the research questions, while hypotheses were tested using
Chi-square analysis at a 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that
government funding policies significantly impact the financial sustainability
of business education, but inconsistencies in allocations and economic
fluctuations pose challenges. Additionally, public-private partnerships (PPPs)
contribute significantly to addressing financial challenges by improving
infrastructure and providing alternative funding sources. Furthermore,
technological innovations, such as digital learning platforms and
entrepreneurship-driven programs, were found to enhance financial
sustainability in business education. The study recommends a diversified
funding approach, stronger PPP frameworks, and the integration of technological
innovations to reduce financial dependence on government funding and ensure
long-term sustainability