The Role of Entrepreneurship Education in Developing Business Skills Among the Students at Caditaan National High School

This study examined the role of Entrepreneurship Education in enhancing the business skills of students at Caditaan National High School using a mixed-methods approach. Quantitative findings revealed an overall weighted mean of 3.98 (Enhanced), indicating that entrepreneurship education effectively develops key business competencies. Among the three skill domains, Financial Literacy and Resource Management ranked highest (WM = 4.20, Highly Enhanced), followed by Opportunity Recognition and Strategic Planning (WM = 3.93, Enhanced), and Resilience, Leadership, and Communication (WM = 3.80, Enhanced). Percentage distributions further showed that 76% of students rated their business skills as Highly Enhanced or Enhanced across indicators. Qualitative thematic analysis identified five major themes describing students’ perceptions of the program’s effectiveness: (1) Enhancement of opportunity recognition and business planning skills, (2) Development of financial literacy and resource management, (3) Application of knowledge through practical activities, (4) Growth in confidence, leadership, and communication, and (5) Shift in mindset toward money, opportunities, and problem-solving. Teachers likewise affirmed the program’s significant role in developing students’ planning, financial, problem-solving, leadership, and innovation skills. Challenges identified included limited instructional time, lack of materials and facilities, insufficient funding, and limited hands-on activities. Both students and teachers suggested enhancement measures such as providing more experiential learning opportunities, strengthening community and industry partnerships, improving facilities and resources, and offering training, workshops, and mentorship programs. Overall, the findings indicate that entrepreneurship education positively contributes to students’ business skills development, though further institutional support is needed to maximize its impact.