Captus Press

"Aboriginal peoples in Canada and Indigenous peoples around the world are becoming increasingly active in economic development activities. To find a place in the new global economy, competitive business venture creations are emerging at the regional, national, and international level. This book explores economic development in order to achieve a greater understanding of this process."

"This book traces and analyses the recent evolution in thinking about the development of aboriginal people's communities. Since 1969, aboriginal people have set three goals for the future -- economic self-reliance, self-government, and cultural autonomy. Examples discussed in this book illustrate the central issues in economic, political and cultural development, how aboriginal people view those issues, and how they have set about solving development problems.

"To survive and prosper in today's business world requires an understanding of the broader issues that organizations face - the social, political and economic environment within which they operate. The fundamental aim of this course is to help you better understand the nature of organizations, how they are managed, and how they must deal with challenging, contemporary issues.

"Small business is increasingly attractive to Aboriginal communities, offering opportunities for individual and community autonomy. This book examines the growing small business sector in Aboriginal communities across Canada."

"The study of new venture and small business management that you are about to undertake will develop your awareness of what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and allow you to identify needed areas of development. The course will also allow you to become acquainted with strategic issues facing new ventures and related expertise in the functional areas of marketing, finance and operations."