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: Received: 19 August 2023 / Approved: 21 August 2023 / Online: 21 August 2023 (12:00:51 CEST)
How to cite:
Al Eid, N.; Alkhathlan, K.; Imdadul Haque, M.; Yousef, T.; Mahmoud, D.; Eliw, M.; Adow, A. Exploring The Entrepreneurial Intentions of Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University Students and The University's Role Aligned with Vision 2030. Preprints2023, 2023081461. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202308.1461.v1
Al Eid, N.; Alkhathlan, K.; Imdadul Haque, M.; Yousef, T.; Mahmoud, D.; Eliw, M.; Adow, A. Exploring The Entrepreneurial Intentions of Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University Students and The University's Role Aligned with Vision 2030. Preprints 2023, 2023081461. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202308.1461.v1
Al Eid, N.; Alkhathlan, K.; Imdadul Haque, M.; Yousef, T.; Mahmoud, D.; Eliw, M.; Adow, A. Exploring The Entrepreneurial Intentions of Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University Students and The University's Role Aligned with Vision 2030. Preprints2023, 2023081461. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202308.1461.v1
APA Style
Al Eid, N., Alkhathlan, K., Imdadul Haque, M., Yousef, T., Mahmoud, D., Eliw, M., & Adow, A. (2023). Exploring The Entrepreneurial Intentions of Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University Students and The University's Role Aligned with Vision 2030. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202308.1461.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
Al Eid, N., Moataz Eliw and Anass Adow. 2023 "Exploring The Entrepreneurial Intentions of Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University Students and The University's Role Aligned with Vision 2030" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202308.1461.v1
Abstract
Abstract: This paper aimed to investigate the entrepreneurial intentions of female students in Saudi Arabia, utilizing the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) as the theoretical framework. Employing a quantitative research methodology, data was collected through a questionnaire administered to female students at Princess Nourah University. The results revealed a positive inclination towards entrepreneurship, with over 64% expressing a desire to pursue entrepreneurial ventures in the future. This optimistic trend among female students suggests a potential pool of future entrepreneurs. Interestingly, a small percentage (3.21%) categorically rejected entrepreneurship as a career option, indicating a relatively low level of disinterest in entrepreneurial pursuits. However, many respondents (32%) remained undecided, presenting a valuable opportunity for mentorship and support to cultivate their entrepreneurial intentions. These findings underscore the significance of providing guidance and education to encourage entrepreneurship among female students. The TPB analysis highlighted that attitudes and perceived behavioral control towards entrepreneurship were favorable among female students, indicating a positive mindset and belief in their ability to embark on entrepreneurial endeavors. However, societal norms still exert a negative influence on some student’s entrepreneurial intentions, suggesting a need to address cultural barriers that might hinder female students' willingness to pursue entrepreneurship. The study suggests enhancing female entrepreneurship through societal encouragement and support from personal networks. It highlights the importance of fostering entrepreneurial aspirations in female students. Crucially, the study underscores the role of universities in cultivating entrepreneurial intentions by proposing the implementation of entrepreneurship-focused curricula and the creation of university-based training units or incubators.
Keywords
Entrepreneurial intentions; Female students; Saudi Arabia; Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB); University ecosystem
Subject
Business, Economics and Management, Business and Management
Copyright:
This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
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