THE ROLE OF ARABIC STUDIES ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS

Abstract

Arabic studies skill was found to be contributory to entrepreneurial performance and as such entrepreneurs are advised to embark on capacity building in Arabic studies skill in the area of teaching and learning and Languages practicing. Entrepreneurs are agents and drivers of development in most economies of the world including Nigeria. The entrepreneur establishes his presence through the formation of a small and medium scale enterprise (SME). Arabic studies on its part, is of great importance to the development of small and medium scale enterprises. Arguably, Arabic studies is the core academic discipline that aids the entrepreneurial drive given the popular opinion that is the language of business. The objectives of this study is to examine the role of Arabic students on entrepreneurship education for self-reliance and sustainable development in Zamfara State. The study considered the Arabic studies as profession and the major role it plays in entrepreneurship development. It is the submission of the authors that entrepreneurs with basic Arabic knowledge and entrepreneurial skills stand better chances of becoming self- reliant and attaining business success. The paper recommends among other things that government should remove those obstacles that militate against entrepreneurial development in Zamfara State.