Economia circular: desafios e potenciais práticas sustentáveis na percepção de alunos de uma instituição de ensino superior no Amazonas

Abstract

This study analyzes the perceptions of Administration students at a federal higher education institution in Amazonas regarding the Circular Economy (CE), focusing on perceived challenges and the potential contribution of the theme to professional training. The research is applied in nature, adopting an exploratory-descriptive approach with mixed methods, using a structured questionnaire administered to 17 students enrolled in the 2025/2 academic term. The findings indicate that although most respondents acknowledge the importance of CE for professional practice and environmental impact mitigation, their understanding of the concept remains superficial and largely associated with waste management practices. Barriers related to the lack of specific public policies, infrastructure limitations, and insufficient technical training were also identified, particularly in the Amazonian context. The study concludes that the systematic inclusion of CE in the curriculum and extension projects may enhance the professional competencies of future administrators.