Entrepreneurship Training Program for the Indonesian National Army (TNI) and Its Relevance after Retirement: Opportunities and Challenges for Self-Reliance

Authors

  • Tedyansyah Defense Economics – The Republic of Indonesia Defense University
  • Sri Sundari Defense Economics – The Republic of Indonesia Defense University
  • Suwito Defense Economics – The Republic of Indonesia Defense University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ijems.v3i1.27

Keywords:

Entrepreneurship, Indonesian National Army, After Duty

Abstract

This research focuses on the problem of how the significance of entrepreneurship training programs for the Indonesian National Army (TNI) and what are the opportunities and challenges for post-retirement independence. In this research, the type of research used is a literature study, by looking for various theoretical references that are relevant to the problem at hand and have similarities. The approach used in the research is descriptive qualitative method. Researchers collect, analyze, and describe all the potentials and challenges faced by retired Indonesian National Army (TNI) in undergoing entrepreneurial activities. As an opportunity and challenge faced by entrepreneurs from among military retirees is to find ways to run an independent business in the right way. The first thing that needs to be done is to recognize and choose the type of business that can be managed properly. The difficulties faced by entrepreneurs can be overcome with entrepreneurship training and policy development programs designed to create positive outcomes, by providing essential information that supports business formation and entrepreneurial success. To encourage entrepreneurship, it is important for the government to ensure that there are favorable policies in place for these retired army entrepreneurs.

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Published

2025-03-01