Small business

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Table 2.
Linking SME Development to National Objectives
SME
CONTRIBUTION TO OVERALL ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL OBJECTIVES
DEVELOPMENT
TARGETS
Growth/
Employment 
External trade 
Economic and 
Productivity
creation
performance
social balance
Creation of 
enterprise culture
Improving quantity and 
quality of start-ups 
and survivors
Supporting the growth 
of existing businesses
Ensuring a supportive and 
entrepreneurial climate

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Table 3 presents a simplified example of the possible links between programmes for the creation of an
enterprise culture at all education levels and general development priorities. More examples can be found
on the OECD Istanbul Centre website.
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Table 3.
Stimulating Enterprise Culture in Education – Its Contribution to Development Targets