Saudi Journal of Business and Management Studies (SJBMS)
Volume-3 | Issue-04 | 477-489
Original Research Article
Institutional Support for Entrepreneurship Development: A Scenario of SMEs in KSA
Dr. Hassan K Al Mahdi
Published : April 30, 2018
Abstract
SMEs are recognized as a most effective mechanism to push economic and
social development. Their role becomes more important in Saudi economy which is in
the diversification stage in an attempt to reduce KSA dependence on oil and to realize
the Vision 2030. The government has established various institutions and working
along with private sector to offer SMEs financial, technical and training support aimed
at development of entrepreneurship. In this paper an attempt has been made to
examine the status of SMEs and to identify & study the activities of the institutions
extending financial and non-financial support to SMEs. The researcher has examined
thirteen main institutions which are playing an important role in providing support in
the areas of technology, marketing, financing, training, incubators, consultancy and
policy & incentives. Finally suggestions have been extended for further improvement
in order to capitalize the opportunities resulting in development and growth of
entrepreneurship.