Entrepreneurship Training Program Research Articles

Exploring the Associations between Emotional Maturity, Competency, and Sensitivity on Entrepreneurial Success among Indian Entrepreneurs

This research explores into the pivotal role of emotional maturity, competencies, and sensitivity in contributing to entrepreneurial success. The study employs a rigorous quantitative approach to investigate these dynamics among 422 entrepreneurs operating across various sectors within the Dindigul District of Tamil Nadu, located in the southern region of India. Data collection was meticulously executed using a comprehensive questionnaire, designed on a 5-point Likert scale, to capture nuanced responses concerning the emotional attributes of the participants. The responses were subsequently analysed using SPSS software (version 24), focusing on the interplay between these emotional traits (exogenous variables) and their influence on entrepreneurial success (endogenous variable). The findings from the statistical analysis are particularly illuminative. Emotional maturity, though beneficial, exhibited only a moderate correlation with entrepreneurial success. In contrast, emotional competencies and sensitivity were found to have a robust positive relationship with entrepreneurial success, underscoring their critical importance. Among these, emotional sensitivity emerged as the most potent predictor, indicating that the ability to perceive, interpret, and respond to the emotions of oneself and others plays a crucial role in navigating the complex demands of entrepreneurship. The implications of these results are significant for policy and practice. They suggest a need for a paradigm shift in entrepreneurial training and development programs, advocating for the integration of modules that enhance emotional competencies and sensitivity.

Revisiting the linkage between entrepreneurial intention and behavior in a mediated model: Evidence from Vietnamese logistics industry students

Young entrepreneurs are crucial participants in a country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This study analyzes the effects of entrepreneurial motivation and perceived university support on the entrepreneurial intention and behavior of Vietnamese students. A survey was conducted with 831 students who are studying logistics and supply chain management programs. Smart PLS and the Sobel test were utilized to validate the proposed hypotheses. The results indicate that financial motivation has a positive impact on student’s entrepreneurial intention and entrepreneurial behavior. Conversely, the desire for autonomy motivation has a direct negative impact on entrepreneurial behavior. Furthermore, perceived university support exerts a strong direct influence on student’s entrepreneurial intention and entrepreneurial behavior. Notably, entrepreneurial intention partially mediates the relationship between entrepreneurial motivation and entrepreneurial behavior and the relationship between perceived university support and entrepreneurial behavior. The research implications suggest that policymakers should prioritize assessing students’ entrepreneurial motivations before implementing entrepreneurship training programs. Additionally, universities should provide appropriate entrepreneurial support to students throughout their entrepreneurial behavior and their entrepreneurial careers. AcknowledgmentThis research is funded by the International School, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU-IS) under project number CS.2023-12.

Imperatives of Small-Scale Businesses and Employment Generation in Uyo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom state

The study investigated the relationship between small scale enterprises and employments generation in Uyo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State. A cross-sectional survey research method was adopted for the study. A sample of 361 respondents was drawn from the population of 3725 using Taro Yamane’s scientific sampling formula. For the objectives of the study to be achieved, three hypotheses were formulated and tested. The study utilized structured questionnaire as a major instrument for data collection. 361 questionnaire were distributed and 334 were returned in useable form. Data collected were analyzed using simple percentage and regression. The results of the regression analysis indicated positive relationship between the variables of small scale enterprises and employment generation in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. It was recommended that; there should be simplified loan application processes and reduced collateral requirements for small scale enterprises to encourage access to funding, there should be government policies that promote and ensure regular maintenance of existing infrastructure to prevent deterioration and reduce disruptions to business operations, and there should be development of entrepreneurship and business management training programs tailored for small scale enterprise owners, covering essential skills like book-keeping, marketing and customer service.

Impact of the SENA Rural Entrepreneurship Training Program on the Development of Productive Units during the Covid 19 Pandemic in Colombia

Rural productive units represent an alternative for improving the quality of life in rural communities, but they require relevant training for their implementation and sustainability. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the business training processes offered by the National Learning Service (SENA) underwent significant transformations, which in many cases were not effective in consolidating these productive units. The objective of this study is to analyze the effectiveness of SENA training programs during the social confinement in Colombia and their impact on the development of rural productive units in municipalities of Cundinamarca. A qualitative approach with descriptive scope and an action research design was used, employing interviews and focus groups with 22 participants of the SENA Emprende Rural program. The findings indicate that the insufficient accompaniment by tutors and the lack of adequate training hindered the consolidation of the productive units, which led to the closure of seven of them by the beneficiaries. Therefore, it is concluded that it is necessary to offer training programs adjusted to the needs of the rural context, in addition to providing continuous support and financing to ensure the sustainability of the productive units.

Entrepreneurial training engineering and its mechanisms in the academic environment

This study aimed to investigate whether Algerian universities design entrepreneurial training programs effectively. It highlighted key concepts related to training, training evaluation, training design, entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial spirit, and entrepreneurial training, as well as the essential components of both international and local entrepreneurial training programs that could foster an entrepreneurial spirit among students. The study reviewed the strategies and teaching programs for entrepreneurial education, detailing the current state of entrepreneurial training in Algerian universities, schools, non-university entities (such as entrepreneurial centers, scientific clubs and cultural associations, business incubators, and support and mentoring agencies). The applied study was a survey of a sample of students from the Faculty of Economics, Business, and Management Sciences at the University of Oran 2. The study revealed several findings, including that entrepreneurial training design focuses on establishing the characteristics of an entrepreneur in terms of traits and preparing students for the economic environment. Based on these findings, it is necessary to amend the programs, strategies, methods, and tools of entrepreneurial training. Additionally, an entrepreneurship course should be incorporated into all university disciplines.

Optimizing Women's Entrepreneurship to Enhance Family Domestic Income: A Case Study of Female Entrepreneurs in BatamThis study examines the role of women's entrepreneurship in enhancing domestic family income in Batam, a special economic zone with unique

This study examines the role of women's entrepreneurship in enhancing domestic family income in Batam, a special economic zone with unique socio-economic characteristics. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative and qualitative designs to understand the factors influencing women's entrepreneurship and to develop optimization strategies. Quantitative data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 200 female entrepreneurs across 12 districts in Batam, while qualitative data were obtained through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGD), and participant observations. Data analysis was conducted using variance-based structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) and NVIVO software to analyze the complex relationships between variables. The results of the study indicate that women's education level, access to capital, and family support are critical factors influencing the success of entrepreneurship. Access to capital is proven to be a significant challenge, with barriers such as high interest rates and complex procedures. Additionally, the increase in family income derived from women's businesses contributes to improving family welfare, including children's education, health, and financial stability. Based on these findings, the study recommends the need for improved access to capital, the development of relevant entrepreneurial training programs, and supportive government policies to strengthen the role of women's entrepreneurship in Batam. This study is expected to contribute meaningfully to the literature on women's entrepreneurship and provide a foundation for the development of more effective policies in the future.

Accessibility of Entrepreneurship Training Programs for Individuals with Disabilities: A Literature Review

Accessibility of Entrepreneurship Training Programs for Individuals with Disabilities: A Literature Review

Menumbuhkan Jiwa Entrepreneur Mahasiswa melalui Pelatihan Kreativitas dan Inovasi

Creativity and Innovation Training to Foster Entrepreneurial Spirit among Students aims to enhance students' knowledge, skills, and confidence in entrepreneurship. The training methods employed include lectures, group discussions, brainstorming, simulations, case studies, workshops, and individual mentoring. Training materials cover entrepreneurship concepts, business opportunities, entrepreneurial characteristics, brainstorming techniques, business model canvas, business plan components, marketing strategies, financial analysis, motivation, self-leadership, and time management. The training outcomes indicate an average increase in entrepreneurship knowledge test scores from 60 to 85. 25 students were able to develop complete business model canvases, and 22 students created comprehensive business plans. Participants also demonstrated improved abilities in generating creative and innovative business ideas, as well as increased confidence levels in initiating and developing businesses. This training shows positive results and can serve as a model for other entrepreneurship training programs to assist students in achieving their career goals as entrepreneurs.

Examining the minimal combined effects of gender and minoritized racial/ethnic identity among academic entrepreneurs

PurposeThis study examined differences related to gender and racial/ethnic identity among academic researchers participating in the National Science Foundation’s “Innovation-Corps” (NSF I-Corps) entrepreneurship training program. Drawing from prior research in the fields of technology entrepreneurship and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, this study addresses the goal of broadening participation in academic entrepreneurship.Design/methodology/approachUsing ANOVA and MANOVA analyses, we tested for differences by gender and minoritized racial/ethnic identity for four variables considered pertinent to successful program outcomes: (1) prior entrepreneurial experience, (2) perceptions of instructional climate, (3) quality of project team interactions and (4) future entrepreneurial intention. The sample includes faculty (n = 434) and graduate students (n = 406) who completed pre- and post-course surveys related to a seven-week nationwide training program.FindingsThe findings show that group differences based on minoritized racial/ethnic identity compared with majority group identity were largely not evident. Previous research findings were replicated for only one variable, indicating that women report lower amounts of total prior entrepreneurial experience than men, but no gender differences were found for other study variables.Originality/valueOur analyses respond to repeated calls for research in the fields of entrepreneurship and STEM education to simultaneously examine intersecting minoritized and/or under-represented social identities to inform recruitment and retention efforts. The unique and large I-Corps national dataset offered the statistical power to quantitatively test for differences between identity groups. We discuss the implications of the inconsistencies in our analyses with prior findings, such as the need to consider selection bias.

Motivation-oriented factors of women entrepreneurship: mediating role of challenges

PurposeThis study aims to investigate the effect of push, pull, balanced, and emotional factors on the motivational level of female entrepreneurship in Haryana state, India.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative study was conducted in Haryana's five districts among 384 women entrepreneurs using a convenience sampling method with a structured questionnaire. This study used structural equation modeling (SEM) to test the hypotheses.FindingsThe study found that Push, Emotional Factors, and Challenges have a significant impact on the motivational level of women’s entrepreneurship and Challenges only mediate with the Push and Pull factors.Research limitations/implicationsGeneralization of results based on data from a few districts of Haryana state in India. A cross-sectional study was performed as a Longitudinal study helps in analyzing the changing character of women entrepreneurs and the prime reasons behind their success. Non-probability sampling technique was used in the study whereas probability sampling technique promotes reliability and reduces systematic error and sampling bias.Practical implicationsPull factors can be promoted through mentoring, counseling, and entrepreneurship training programs. Creating a conducive external environment with job security and financial support from external agencies is essential. The Government of India should take the necessary steps to reduce the hindrances faced by women entrepreneurship while raising funds through banks and financial institutions.Originality/valueThe study employed a mediating variable, challenges, to investigate the impact of factors on the motivational levels of women entrepreneurs. To the best of our knowledge, this approach has not been utilized in previous research, making the current study a novel contribution to the field.

Peningkatan Keterampilan Kewirausahaan Bagi Ibu-Ibu PKK Melalui Pelatihan Bisnis Rumahan di Desa Jipang, Karanglewas

Jipang Village, located in Karanglewas Subdistrict, is an area rich in natural resources and has great potential for the development of home businesses. However, most of its residents, especially the women who are members of the PKK group (Family Welfare Development), have not been able to maximize this potential to improve their economic well-being. Several key factors hindering this include a lack of knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship, limited access to technology and information, and insufficient opportunities to receive adequate business training. Through this entrepreneurship training program, it is hoped that the PKK women will be empowered to develop their home businesses more professionally and effectively, thereby increasing family income and reducing poverty levels in Jipang Village.

Pengembangan Program Pelatihan Kewirausahaan dan Pendidikan Lingkungan di Sekolah ALQI Ceria Kota Bogor: Tinjauan Implementasi dan Dampaknya terhadap Kesadaran Kewirausahaan dan Kesadaran Lingkungan Siswa

This study aims to evaluate the implementation of entrepreneurship and environmental education training programmes at Alqi Ceria School in Bogor City and its impact on students' entrepreneurial awareness and environmental awareness. The research method used is a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews with teachers and students at the school. The results show that the training programme has successfully improved students' understanding of entrepreneurship and the environment and increased their interest in entrepreneurship and protecting the environment. This article concludes that the implementation of entrepreneurship and environmental education training programmes can be an effective strategy in increasing students' awareness of both areas.

Entrepreneurship Trainings and Human Capital Endowment: When Learning from External Sources Does (Not) Increase Performance

Abstract Bottom-of-the-pyramid (BoP) entrepreneurs have few resources to draw on besides their human capital. We analyze the effects of a training program teaching lean management to BoP entrepreneurs in Zambia by comparing its performance effects across individuals with high and low levels of specific human capital. We find that participation in the entrepreneurship training program positively affects management practices related to lean management as well as cost reduction for all training participants. The program, however, has no uniform effect on profits. The effect is positive only for entrepreneurs equipped with specific human capital. Moreover, we observe that this effect is in particular strong for entrepreneurs with vocational education compared to work experience. This suggests that the value of entrepreneurship training programs is contingent on human-capital endowment and calls into question existing notions of what it means to offer such programs.

PARTICIPATORY MODEL OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT AS A DETERMINANT OF VETERANS' AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS' REINTEGRATION: THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK

The purpose of the paper is to state the theoretical framework for the formation of a participatory model of social entrepreneurship development as a tool for the reintegration of military personnel, veterans and their family members, based on the identified views of veterans and their family members regarding the role of certain institutions of society in the development processes of social entrepreneurship. Methodology. The research is based on the results of a survey with blocks of questions aimed at studying certain aspects of the participatory approach to the development of social entrepreneurship: the state, hromada, business, education, as well as the specifics of involving veterans and their families in these processes. The study sample included people with the status of combatants, war veterans, and their family members who were participants in the Ukraine-Norway project "Retraining and social adaptation of military personnel and their family members in Ukraine", which was implemented at the Chernihiv Polytechnic National University in 2016-2022. The results of the survey showed that the expectations of veterans and their family members from the state regarding the development of social entrepreneurship are: the establishment of "clear rules of the game" – not only the development and implementation of relevant legislation, but also the formation of transparent and detailed procedures for starting a social enterprise and its development; the development and implementation of programmes for the social reintegration of veterans into civilian life through support for the creation of social enterprises (financial support, preferential taxation). In terms of the role of business in supporting the return of veterans to civilian life through the opening of social enterprises, respondents see it mainly as providing financial support to those social enterprises set up by veterans and their family members. The hromada, as the embodiment of the public sector, appears in the perceptions of veterans and their family members as a centre for social support, for finding ways to protect their rights, and for finding resources to meet their needs (including employment or starting their own business). The opinion of the interviewed veterans and their family members regarding the involvement of education in supporting the development of social entrepreneurship can be summarised as follows: the involvement of experts in the development of effective strategies for the development of both social entrepreneurship in the interest of veterans and education from it; the development of short-term social entrepreneurship training programmes (non-formal education courses) involving business, hromada and government representatives. Practical implications. The revealed results could be used for further scientific and practical research: development of directions of the programme of social and psychological support for reintegration of military personnel, veterans of ATO/UFO and their family members with their active involvement in social entrepreneurship. Value / Originality. The developed theoretical framework for the formation of a participatory model for the development of social entrepreneurship as a tool for the reintegration of military personnel, veterans and their family members, based on the identified views of veterans and their family members regarding the role of certain institutions of society in the development processes of social entrepreneurship, points to further methodological and applied research: the development of a set of recommendations for the practical implementation of the proposed model at different taxonomic levels.

Effect of Entrepreneurship Training Program for Nursing Students on Their Entrepreneurial Intention and Motivation

Effect of Entrepreneurship Training Program for Nursing Students on Their Entrepreneurial Intention and Motivation

COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY MAY ALLEVIATE ANXIETY AND DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS IN ADVANCED CANCER PATIENTS

Tian L. Effects of cognitive behavioral therapy on anxiety and depressive symptoms in advanced cancer patients: A meta-analysis. Gen Hosp Psychiatry. 2024 Jan 20;87:20-32. doi:10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2024.01.006. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 38280276. This research was funded by the National College Students Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program (Grant No. 202310343044), and the Zhejiang University Student Science and Technology Innovation Activity Plan (Grant No. 2023R413038). The authors have no actual or potential conflicts of interest. Systematic review with meta-analysis of data.

The Issues and Challenges of Diversification Strategy in Multiple Industries: The Case of Kental Bina Sdn. Bhd.

A diversification strategy is one of the means to expand business among corporations, including Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). In Malaysia, many successful stories of SMEs’ diversification strategies permit others to follow in their footstep. The success of the strategy allows businesses to develop not only locally but also venture into the international market. However, various issues and challenges could be associated with diversification strategy implementation particularly among SMEs within multiple industries involved. Therefore, this study aims to discover the issues and challenges faced by Kental Bina Sdn. Bhd., one of the steadily growing diversified businesses in Northern Peninsular Malaysia. This study employed a few rounds of one-on-one interviews with the business owner as the key informant to meet the study objective. The recorded interview sessions are then transcribed and analyzed using thematic analysis through the Nvivo12 software. From the policy viewpoint, this study sheds light on the development of entrepreneurial training programs. The training program conducted by the relevant ministries and government agencies, including the Ministry of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development (MECD), Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA), SME Corporation (SMECorp.), and Tekun Nasional (TEKUN), needs to be specifically designed to address the issues and challenges of business diversification particularly among SMEs. For practical implication, this study helps to offer important information and inputs among other businesses, particularly SMEs, on what to expect when starting their diversification planning and strategy.

Pelatihan Kewirausahaan Sosial untuk Warga Binaan Rumah Tahanan Negara Kelas I Pondok Bambu

The empowerment of assisted citizens in the Detention Center is a very important component in building a sustainable chain of empowerment up to the Correctional Institution level and can later continue to the Correctional Center level, as the last gate that debriefs fostered residents to return to the community. In addition to the government, academics, as a component of the nation's children, must take an important role in this program through community service so that the presence of academics will be greatly felt by the community, especially fostered citizens. Of course, academics cannot run alone; they must synergize with other components, both social activists and business people who can help fund community service programs. So that the synergy will produce an excellent portfolio, especially in the field of empowerment of prison-assisted citizens. Through the social entrepreneurship training program, it is hoped that it can provide provisions to the assisted residents of the Pondok Bambu Class 1 Detention Center and also provide wider inspiration so that all parties can take a role so that the sustainability of empowerment can continue to be carried out.

Self-Selection into Entrepreneurship Education and Implications for Evaluation

Entrepreneurship is a driving force for economic wealth. In past years, interest and investment in entrepreneurship education and training programs have increased substantially. However, research on the impact and success factors of entrepreneurship education remains ambivalent. While some studies find that entrepreneurship programs foster skills relevant for entrepreneurs, others find only weak or no effects. Part of this ambiguity may be explained by self-selection effects, raising the question of whether students interested in entrepreneurship education are upfront different from those who are not. Understanding this is important to choose adequate control groups when evaluating entrepreneurship education. We address this research gap by testing our hypothesis on a sample of 359 non-applicants and 495 applicants of a well-known and successful entrepreneurship program for university students in Germany. The dedicated application process allows us to clearly identify candidates who knew the program and decided against applying. Our results indicate that applicants are more “ entrepreneurial” than non-applicants along several dimensions frequently used to evaluate entrepreneurship education. Additional analyses reveal statistically significant a priori differences between male and female applicants. This suggests that researchers must pay rigorous attention to selecting suitable control groups when evaluating the impact of entrepreneurship education.

Precariat women’s experiences to undertake an entrepreneurial training program

Women aged over 50 in Australia are becoming increasingly reliant on long-term welfare. Individual characteristics, societal norms, industry practices, and government policy create a multi-factorial, precariat population who have difficulties finding consistent, meaningful employment, live in financial distress, and have poor self-efficacy and mental health. Globally, entrepreneurial intervention programs are touted as an active labor market policy solution, helping people out of welfare into self-employment, and contributing to economic growth. While women and the long-term unemployed tend to struggle in such programs, in comparison, older participants thrive. The study aimed to identify the main factors that shape precariat women’s experiences in undertaking entrepreneurial intervention programs. Interview data collected longitudinally from 39 precariat women revealed four salient themes: the need for achievement as a motivator; self-efficacy and confidence; the negative impact of losing welfare assistance; and the beneficial impact of education and upskilling training. We discuss implications for research and policy.