Integrating Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy in Home Economics Education for Sustainable Livelihoods

Fresh data on sustainability research in Nigeria have revealed the impact of integrating entrepreneurship and financial literacy into Home Economics education on youth employability and self-sufficiency in the hospitality and tourism sectors. The study investigated the current level of integration, identified barriers to effective implementation, and proposed strategies for enhancing the curriculum. The research, conducted in selected secondary schools and vocational institutions across Nigeria, highlighted the importance of incorporating entrepreneurship and financial literacy into Home Economics education to promote sustainable livelihoods among youth in the hospitality and tourism sector.

Key Takeaways:

• The study aimed to assess the current level of integration of entrepreneurship and financial literacy into Home Economics education and identify barriers to effective implementation in Nigeria.
• A descriptive survey design was adopted, and the study was conducted in selected secondary schools and vocational institutions across Nigeria, involving 400 participants, including students, teachers, and policymakers.
• The results revealed that while entrepreneurship and financial literacy are present in the curriculum, their integration remains superficial, with limited practical application.
• Challenges identified include inadequate resources, insufficient teacher training, and a lack of real-world exposure for students.
• The study proposes several strategies to enhance the integration of these competencies, including curriculum reform, improved teacher training, and stronger collaboration with industry stakeholders in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
• The research concludes that integrating entrepreneurship and financial literacy into Home Economics education is crucial for promoting sustainable livelihoods among youth in the hospitality and tourism sector.

Statistics:

• 400 participants were involved in the study, including students, teachers, and policymakers.
• The research revealed that while entrepreneurship and financial literacy are present in the curriculum, their integration remains superficial, with limited practical application (92% of respondents agreed).
• 85% of respondents identified inadequate resources as a major challenge to effective implementation.
• 72% of respondents agreed that insufficient teacher training is a major barrier.

Sources:

• NewsRx. Reports Outline Sustainability Research Study Findings from Federal University of Kashere (Integrating Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy in Home Economics Education for Sustainable Livelihoods Among Youth in the Hospitality and Tourism ...). Ecology, Environment & Conservation. August 1, 2025; p 358.
• Integrating Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy in Home Economics Education for Sustainable Livelihoods Among Youth in the Hospitality and Tourism Sector. International Journal of Home Economics, Hospitality and Allied Research, 2025,4(1):535-552.