Title: Graduate employability through entrepreneurship: a proposed model of lifelong learning of entrepreneurship education in Ghana

Authors: Remy Nyukorong

Addresses: Stichting Kongregatie F.I.C., Burgemeester Cortenstraat 26, 6226 GV Maastricht, The Netherlands

Abstract: The purpose of the current study is to propose a straightforward, real-world model of personal development and active citizenship that will enable the model to be easily explained as well as utilised as a framework when working with young people to improve their quality of life and self-sustainability, and to promote competitiveness and graduate employability. The model was created based on current research into employability concerns. The model sketches out what is meant by lifelong learning, in explicit and understandable terms, and suggests ways for interaction among the various aspects. However, the interfaces between the five stages of the model remain theoretical. The model will be a useful tool for teachers, guidance and counselling officers, curriculum development experts and any other practitioners engaged in entrepreneurship education activities. The model will be of value to any person with an interest in employability issues.

Keywords: entrepreneurship education; graduate employability; learning through life; learning for life; Ghana.

DOI: 10.1504/IJESB.2022.123988

International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business, 2022 Vol.46 No.1, pp.119 - 138

Received: 19 May 2018
Accepted: 16 Jul 2019
Published online: 06 Jul 2022 *

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