RESEARCH TOPIC:

An exploratory study into the Financial Challenges faced by SMMEs at the uMgungundlovu Region

THE RESEARCH PROBLEM

State the exact problems/challenges/opportunities/issues that the organisation is faced with and hence the need to research (this must be in line with your title).

Keep the following in mind when writing your research problem:

• The general context of the problem area should be emphasised.
• Key concepts and ideas associated with the problem/opportunity should be highlighted.
• Briefly note some of the underlying assumptions in the research area.
• Describe what needs to be solved and identify the most significant issues that require exploration. It is imperative that the independent and dependent variables are identified.