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A Study on Competency Utilization of Women Entrepreneur in Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) in Kanpur Region
Dr. Mukesh Ranga
Professor
Institute of Business Management
CSJM University, Kanpur (U.P.) INDIA
Priyanka Pradhan
Project Associate
Institute of Business Management
CSJM University, Kanpur (U.P.) INDIA
Abstract
As god is a creator of flora and fauna, a woman is a creator of family which leads to society and Nation. The Indian society considered women as weaker sex. Such sociological and cultural traditions have kept women dormant for quite a long time.Despite of all hurdles Indian women stand tall from the rest of the crowd and are applauded for their achievements in their respective field.
The aim of this study is to discuss the issues regarding women entrepreneurship in Kanpur .Different stakeholders are playing pivotal role in women’s economic development .This paper is mostly based on Primary ,secondary data and some observations as and when require. The paper talks about the status of women entrepreneurs and their competitive skills in world of business environment. Skill, knowledge and adaptability (SKAs) in business are the main reasons for women to emerge into business ventures. The Paper also focuses on the problems in front of women during setting up a business enterprise and running in the competitive world. Some issues related to lack of financial support , availability of resources as well as support of stake holder etc. are major barrier in development of women entrepreneurs in India. It will also suggest the way of eliminating and reducing hurdles of the women entrepreneurship development in Context of Kanpur.
Keywords- Women Entrepreneur, Socio-economic, Small and Medium Scale Enterprises, Competency.