Determinants of Entrepreneurial Intentions among University Students: A Theoretical Framework
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https://doi.org/10.69935/pg7pbw78Keywords:
Entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial intentions, foundational theoriesAbstract
Entrepreneurial intention has emerged as a fundamental concept in entrepreneurship research, especially within the realm of higher education. To foster an entrepreneurial culture, promote innovation, and support economic development, it is essential to understand the factors that drive university students' entrepreneurial intent. This paper presents a thorough theoretical examination of the primary factors affecting EI among higher education students by integrating foundational theories with modern empirical findings. Utilizing the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB), Shapero’s Model of the Entrepreneurial Event (SEE), and Social Cognitive Theory (SCT), this paper delineates a variety of individual, contextual, and institutional elements that influence students’ entrepreneurial intentions. By integrating key theoretical insights and empirical evidence, this paper enhances the understanding of the psychological and institutional factors that drive entrepreneurial intention, providing significant implications for both researchers and practitioners aiming to foster entrepreneurship among university students. In addition, the study incorporates a sustainability perspective by linking entrepreneurial intentions with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing the role of green and social entrepreneurship in promoting environmentally and socially responsible ventures, particularly within Asian and emerging economies characterized by rapid economic transformation and sustainability challenges. The findings further highlight important policy implications, suggesting that fostering sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems through education, institutional support, and government initiatives is essential for achieving inclusive and sustainable economic development.
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