Profile and Problem of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Bandung

摘要

This research aims to explain the profile and problems of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Bandung. The research method used is qualitative with explorative research type. Primary data sources were obtained through in-depth interviews and direct field observation. The secondary data sources are obtained from scientific articles, online publications, and documents related to the object of this study. The results showed that the proportion of micro, small and medium enterprises were 87.09%, 7.50%, and 5.41%, respectively. While the absorption rate of 73% micro employment, 22% small business and 5% medium enterprises. MSMEs are divided into categories of fashion, food and beverages, handicrafts, services, and trade. The perpetrators of MSMEs are more dominated by men than women with the highest level of education from high school graduates. Meanwhile, most businesses are dominated by business groups with assets of between 50 and 500 million, while the highest sales turnover is between 10-50 million. The problem of MSMEs can be identified, among others: (1) lack of entrepreneurship spirit; (2) low human resources competency; (3) Limited access to funding; and (4) The absence of counterparts.