Challenges of Women Entrepreneurs in Albania

Abstract

“Entrepreneurship is neither a science nor an art. It is a practice!”, P.Ducker. In support of this inspirational quote about entrepreneurship our frame work aims to underline the women potential to enter and succeed in the own business area. The paper analyses the current situation of women entrepreneurs in Albania. On the other side this research outlines the key concepts of women entrepreneurs by showing current statistical data. The reasons why the women should be part of the entrepreneurship field are compared with the social issues of the Albanian mentality. There are many challenges that women should face in this initiative, which are worldwide known issues, in particular considered for Albanian case. In Albania, there are many women leaded organizations which support the development of women leaders, considering the government, international and national actors.

DOI: 10.5901/mjss.2013.v4n11p467