Contribution of IT through Microfinance: Establishing Socio-Economic Sustainability in Developing Economies
- ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Sarah Michele Byers (Creator)
- Institution
- Appalachian State University (ASU )
- Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/
- Advisor
- Sandra Vannoy
Abstract: In this paper, we explore the economic impact of IT in developing countries through the lens of peer-to-peer (P2P) microfinance. The results of a comprehensive content analysis indicate that through P2P microfinance, IT is in fact positively impacting the livelihoods of citizens and economies in developing nations around the world.
Contribution of IT through Microfinance: Establishing Socio-Economic Sustainability in Developing Economies
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- Publication
- Thesis
- Byers, S.M. (2011). Contribution of IT through Microfinance: Establishing Socio-Economic Sustainability in Developing Economies. Unpublished master’s thesis. Appalachian State University, Boone, NC.
- Language: English
- Date: 2011
- Keywords
- Microfinance , Impact of IT, Sustainability, Developing Economies, Peer-to-Peer Lending