Achieving Sustainable Industry Through Student MSME Development: Opportunities and Challenges
Ni Kadek Puje Wati (a*), Rahayu Indriasari (b), Nina Yusnita Yamin (b), Ni Made Suwitri Parwati (b), Sugianto (b), Muhammad Ilham Pakawaru (b), Muhammad Bashri Bas (b)

a) Department of Public Sector Accounting, Tadulako University, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia
*nikadekpujawati[at]gmail.com*Nimade.sparwati[at]gmail.com
b) Department of Accounting, Tadulako University, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia
indriasari398[at]gmail.com*nyusnita.untad[at]gmail.com*Sugianto[at]untad.ac.id*pakawaruilham4[at]gmail.com*basri.bazz[at]untad.ac.id

Abstract

This study aims to analyze and describe the opportunities and challenges in achieving a sustainable industry through the development of student Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The method used in this study is a descriptive method. The results of the study found that student MSMEs have great potential to contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 9, through innovative ideas, efficient production management, and the use of environmentally friendly materials in entrepreneurship. This study also found several obstacles and challenges faced by student MSMEs, including limited capital and difficulties in managing time between college and business.

Keywords: SDG 9, Student MSMEs, Sustainability Industry

Topic: Accounting and Auditing