Entrepreneurship should be an option and mandatory in our society.

[o48o]

Why? People choose to be entrepreneurs are solely responsible of their own choices and education they have chosen.

And am fairly certain that i am not only one confused here. Topic contradicts itself (should be an option and mandatory). I thought that you might explain the controversy in your post, but it's even more confusing. What's handywork? You mean a skill to weld, knit, woodwork or cooking?

What kind of handwork certificate should be attached to psychologist degree? What if that person decides to change their education and decides to educate themselves as far as psychiatrist? Don't you think that higher institutions require a lot of studying already? Where is this time taken from to "handywork".

[dezoel]

As a school thing maybe finance could be thought to children. I understand not at age eight, that won't stick with them, but at least explain to them at high school what money is and how it is created and all the details of money. I learned most of the information I know all the way until I was 30 years old, because I started working at 22 years old (full time, I worked part time before) and that meant that I learned many things later on, and weren't doing that much for the long term.

This is why I think it's clear that we are going to be able to actually make some problems for the people if we are not careful and could have some sort of understanding of it with time, it has to be something that will take time to learn without school.

[Ziskinberg]

Not all individuals aim to be an entrepreneur after schooling so I don't see the essence that it should be a compulsory matter in the higher school levels. Yes, it can be a good option, but it should never be a mandatory thing. Different students have different life's profession that they want in the future, so let them have their own choices based on how they will see theirselves after 3-5 years and not that the school nor the government itself with dictate them to take up entrepreneurship to ensure a better life ahead.

[Iamgoat]

As a school thing maybe finance could be thought to children. I understand not at age eight, that won't stick with them, but at least explain to them at high school what money is and how it is created and all the details of money. I learned most of the information I know all the way until I was 30 years old, because I started working at 22 years old (full time, I worked part time before) and that meant that I learned many things later on, and weren't doing that much for the long term.

This is why I think it's clear that we are going to be able to actually make some problems for the people if we are not careful and could have some sort of understanding of it with time, it has to be something that will take time to learn without school.

It is we as a nation or as citizens who are patriots that need to take entrepreneurship and finance seriously. Learning how to turn knowledge and skills to bring financial freedom or independence to yourself is what will set up our younger ones properly for the future especially now when many of them have understood so many information which are not necessary as well as the get rich quick syndrome especially among young chaps in the secondary school level. I agree teaching young ones who are at the age bracket of 8 is not the best age yet because most of them might not even understand the point but teenagers are the best age range who are in need of the serious coaching and tutoring so they don't learn the bad ways of making money which could lead their careers to destruction.

[Yamifoud]

It could be an option, but seeing it mandatory could be far from reality. The school has also their own rules and objectives to follow in order for the institution to stay focused on the different needs of their students. Also, we can't expect from the schools to be subjective on the part of their students, at the end of the day these young individuals should be the one to determine whether they will be taking up entrepreneurship or go with the other course which they think they are more capable and suitable to.

[slapper]

Compulsory entrepreneurship misunderstands what entrepreneurship is, and what schools can perhaps teach. So many vocational programs are added onto curriculums in advance. What occurs: lack of funding in workshops, old machines, teachers who have never owned a business in teaching business skills. You leave college with a piece of paper that the business does not require and you are taught by a teacher that read it out of a textbook

Worse still, entrepreneurship is a band-aid to a shattered employment system. When regular jobs don't pay enough or are available in sufficient numbers, we tell people "create your own!" However, entrepreneurship takes money, connections, gamblers spirit and, honestly, the capacity to endure failure. Making it mandatory only moves the burden of institutional responsibility to individuals

Vocational training is not a problem with me. I do not like the pseudo-solution of forcing everybody to be an entrepreneur to structural unemployment. That is only outsourcing economic planning to 18-year olds who have nothing

[Jody.Drummer]

Not all individuals aim to be an entrepreneur after schooling so I don't see the essence that it should be a compulsory matter in the higher school levels. Yes, it can be a good option, but it should never be a mandatory thing. Different students have different life's profession that they want in the future, so let them have their own choices based on how they will see theirselves after 3-5 years and not that the school nor the government itself with dictate them to take up entrepreneurship to ensure a better life ahead.

We also have our own thoughts and as you said with entrepreneurship is not something that is required I agree with that, because indeed everyone has their own desires and paths even though they know maybe entrepreneurship is something that can make us successful but there are still many other things that can make us successful so I think entrepreneurship is not something that is absolutely mandatory for everyone to do. Everyone has their own thoughts as well as what they think is good for their future, so saying entrepreneurship is good is certainly true but does not mean it is mandatory.

[davis196]

Entrepreneurship is a process of designing, launching and managing a new personal business that involves innovation and risk taking to achieve financial and social values in the society.
Their are different types of entrepreneurship but let's only concentrate the one that can help an average man in the society now what are my trying to say their should be a must and mandatory sanction given to all secondary schools levers and higher institutions after schooling you must make sure you have a handwork attach to your certificate,I remember vividly when I was in school we did it you must have a good hand work before you will graduate this is the aspects am talking about and I believe too well that if our government should venture in this kind of entrepreneurship it will definitely be a glory to the society, because many went to school they couldn't achieve anything but they can now achieve in other way round with the help of entrepreneurship centre.

I strongly believe that things we definitely change in our economy if this should be done with adequate concerns in regards of future changes

What' is your opinion on this:

So you want all university graduates to become entrepreneurs? Do you really believe that providing "good handwork" at graduation would make someone a good entrepreneur? What do you even mean by "good handwork"? Some university graduate to create a successful business before he receives his certificate/diploma, so that he can prove his/her entrepreneurial skills? This doesn't sound serious to me. Not all people are born with an entrepreneurial mindset. Most wannabe entrepreneurs fail in the first 2-3 years. Including entrepreneurship programs in the school and university education process isn't as effective as we want it to be.

[sana54210]

I guess your subject conflicts a bit. How can entrepreneurship be an option as well as mandatory. It can either be one but not both. And yes, I think people should treat entrepreneurship as a mandate in our society because that is where innovations come from. There will be no innovations if everyone is busy working in a 9 to 5 job looking at 10% annual hike with no intention to start their own project.

We have seen some really great innovations bought in light by great entrepreneurs. People should start teaching their children importance of entrepreneurship so the next generation can bring some more exciting projects innovating the space.

[Obulis]

What? Mandatory? No not so! People should be encouraged to make entrepreneurship an option but that can't be mandatory. The advantages of entrepreneurship to personal and society development is paramount making it a golden option.
Not to forget, there must be good learning for there to be healthy business. Entrepreneurship training can be a part of government responsibility to increase the chances of people choosing entrepreneurship.

[Emitdama]

It could be an option, but seeing it mandatory could be far from reality. The school has also their own rules and objectives to follow in order for the institution to stay focused on the different needs of their students. Also, we can't expect from the schools to be subjective on the part of their students, at the end of the day these young individuals should be the one to determine whether they will be taking up entrepreneurship or go with the other course which they think they are more capable and suitable to.

Usually in my country, subjects in schools are not optional. They are mandatory and every student is forced to study those subjects. Yes, after school we are free to select the subject we like but I think until 10th grade, we should have knowledge about every field so that it can help us choose a subject which matters most to us. Entrepreneurship can be one of them. Schools can start teaching the importance and benefits of being an entrepreneur and it depends on the student if they want to pursue a career being an entrepreneur.

I think this should be a mandatory subject so the students will have better understanding and can also finally make a decision what they actually want to do with their career. We can't force them but we can at least educate them so they can make better decisions.

[9ja Amaka]

I think entrepreneurship should be something at least everyone gives a try, because this world doesn’t really give us the same security it used it . Jobs disappear ,companies  might change their minds overnight and life just keeps throwing surprises.
Entrepreneurship teaches people to create something for themselves instead of waiting for someone to give them permission. If more people have the mindset of being an entrepreneur the society would be stronger and families would have extra ways to support themselves .

[Royal Cap]

I think entrepreneurship should be something at least everyone gives a try, because this world doesn’t really give us the same security it used it . Jobs disappear ,companies  might change their minds overnight and life just keeps throwing surprises.
Entrepreneurship teaches people to create something for themselves instead of waiting for someone to give them permission. If more people have the mindset of being an entrepreneur the society would be stronger and families would have extra ways to support themselves .

In fact, in today's world there is no such thing as a completely reliable job. Incidents like an email coming in and the job ending are seen all around. So if people learn to forge their own path, it is really empowering. Another thing is that being an entrepreneur does not mean that everyone will do big business. Rather, it is a mindset. Taking your own decisions into your own hands. Having the courage to seize an opportunity when you see it. And with this mindset, your family is also a little more secure because you do not have to rely on a single income.

Personally, I think everyone should try it at least once. Otherwise you will not know what your capabilities are.

[tygeade]

Not teaching entrepreneurship at schools is an issue I agree on that, but elementary school and high school isn't the place for that most of the time, maybe some high schools could be, but mostly it's college that teaches you this, or trade school where you learn a skill.

Most of the time it is not really that great to have what you have to make this return and for that reason I think it's clear that we are not going to get that much out of this, it is not a good business idea for everyone to know how to start a business, it would just lead to a lot more people failing at business, because even if they do know how to do better that doesn't mean we need more of everything. Plus with giant conglomerates at everything, it's hard to get in.

[Cheema02]

Not all individuals aim to be an entrepreneur after schooling so I don't see the essence that it should be a compulsory matter in the higher school levels. Yes, it can be a good option, but it should never be a mandatory thing. Different students have different life's profession that they want in the future, so let them have their own choices based on how they will see theirselves after 3-5 years and not that the school nor the government itself with dictate them to take up entrepreneurship to ensure a better life ahead.

You’ve made a very valid point, no doubt entrepreneurship is a great skill to learn but  it shouldn’t be means that every student to be forced to learn it as the former parents forced their children's to learn about medical. Every student have different skills and nobody can perform his skills as he perform himself and students should not be forced to learn specific fields they deserve choices for there life goals. so let give the students free hands to choose their profession and don't put pressure on their minds to learn some specific skills like entrepreneur or doctor or engeniors.

[Stepstowealth]

Not all individuals aim to be an entrepreneur after schooling so I don't see the essence that it should be a compulsory matter in the higher school levels.

Even it is mandatory in schools, it still will not force anyone who doesn't want to take up entrepreneurship to do so. It being mandatory in schools will only help expose the option to students for consideration, those who have no idea that they can be good at it will get to discover on time, and those who are bad in it and have little chances of success will also get to find out early. Some people trying out entrepreneurship now and failing never knew that they will be poor at it because of the lack of exposure. If they had been exposed to it through the mandatory system in schools, they will not try it again at a later age.

[ovcijisir]

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Anyway, entrepreneurship shouldn't be forced but instead incentivized. The people who want to dive into entrepreneurship should be helped in terms of bureaucracy and capital to get started. Even with just that, it's already good enough.

Let the people who want to do entrepreneurship do what they want to do, government just facilitate it and make life easier here and there.

Not everyone is born to be entrepreneur, but I strongly believe that everyone would benefit from education about entrepreneurship.
It would be good that this kind of education is mandatory as it would help people to think more independently and think of ways to add more value in their work.