Entrepreneurial Capabilities Research Articles

Adaptation of the internet business self-efficacy scale for Peruvian students with a commercial profile

IntroductionGiven the lack of instruments to evaluate the sense of efficacy regarding entrepreneurial capacity in Peruvian university students, this study aims to translate into Spanish, adapt, and validate the Internet Entrepreneurial Self-efficacy Scale in Peruvian university students with a commercial profile.MethodAn instrumental study was conducted where 743 students between 18 and 42 years old participated in careers with a commercial profile (Administration, Accounting, Economics, and other related careers) from the three regions of Peru (Coast, Mountains, Jungle). For analyzing content-based validity, Aiken’s V coefficient was used, Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient was used for reliability, and internal structure was used through confirmatory factor analysis.ResultsA reverse translation was achieved in the appropriate time and context. All items proved to be valid (V >0.70), and the reliability of the instrument was very good (α = 0.96). Concerning the results of the confirmatory factor analysis, the three-dimensional structure of the instrument was evaluated, finding an adequate fit [χ2(87) = 279.6, p < 0.001, CFI = 0.972, RMSEA = 0.049, SRMR = 0.025], based on this, the original internal structure was corroborated. In complementary analyses, it was found that the instrument is invariant according to sex and university. Finally, it demonstrates significant correlations with scales that measure similar constructs.ConclusionThe Entrepreneurial Self-efficacy Scale on the Internet shows adequate psychometric properties; therefore, it can be used as a management tool to analyze the entrepreneurial capacity of university students with a commercial profile. These findings allow universities to evaluate the entrepreneurial capabilities of students who can promote sustainable businesses, which in turn improves the relationship between the University, state, and company.

The Challenges and Countermeasures of Entrepreneurial Enterprise Strategic Planning

The main challenges faced by entrepreneurial enterprises in strategic planning include the lack of experience and capabilities of entrepreneurs themselves, affecting the professionalism of strategic decision-making; limitations in resources such as funding and talent, constraining strategic execution; and misjudgment of market conditions and external policy changes, increasing decision-making risks. These challenges seriously impede the effectiveness of strategic implementation for entrepreneurial enterprises. In response, businesses can take three key measures: improving the systematic nature of strategic planning and execution, establishing flexible strategic adjustment mechanisms, and introducing external professional services. Firstly, establishing a scientific and systematic strategic management framework to accurately recognize market trends and proactively control risks. Secondly, setting up regular review mechanisms based on market and policy changes and making strategic adjustments when necessary. Lastly, collaborating with professional organizations to address the lack of experience and perspectives and minimize risks. Through the integrated application of these strategies, entrepreneurial enterprises can ensure the effectiveness of strategic planning and implementation in a complex and ever-changing environment, and gain momentum for sustained growth.

Structural Equation Modeling for the Business Performance of Private Hospitals in Thailand: Management Perspective

This research aimed to study the causal factors affecting the business performance of private hospitals in Thailand from a management perspective. The sample consisted of 411 executives from private hospitals in Thailand, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected via questionnaire, with SEM being used for analysis. The results indicated that the development of an enterprise resource system, including the competency and capability of entrepreneurs, positively influenced the focus on competitive differentiation. In turn, this focus had a positive effect on customer relationship management. Customer relationship manage­ment positively impacted brand loyalty, which subsequently enhanced business performance. In contrast, the competency and capability of entrepreneurs did not have an effect on business performance. The findings suggest that the growth and sustainability of business performance in private hospitals depends on various supportive factors. These range from policy formulation and the development of technological systems in services to strategies for building customer relationships, all contributing to competitive advantages, service loyalty, and success in achieving set goals.

What Causes Finnish Family Farmers Feel Successful? The Role of Resources and Entrepreneurial Characteristics

This study investigates the influences of resources and entrepreneurial characteristics on perceived success in familyfarms using the Resource-Based Theory and Entrepreneurial Orientation perspectives. Resources and entrepreneurial orientation are used to identify success perceptions. Confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modelling were applied to the survey data of 805 Finnish family farmers. Family farmers rate their skills as good, and their abilities of proactiveness and self-realization success as high. The results suggest that both resources and entrepreneurial orientation affect the perceived success of family farmers, although the role of entrepreneurial orientation is relatively small. Co-variability between resources and entrepreneurial orientation is positive, addressingthe change towards the same direction. This study promotes the understanding of the family perspective and its role in the successful use of resources and entrepreneurial capabilities in farming and offers a developed construct for family farm business research.

The Power of Dynamic Marketing Capability in Lao SMES: The Roles of Innovation and Entrepreneurial Capability

Introduction: This quantitative study investigates the dynamic marketing capabilities of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Lao PDR, using the resource-based view theory (RBV) and the dynamic marketing capability theory (DMC) as theoretical frameworks. Methods: Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 367 entrepreneurs in Vientiane, Savannakhet, and Champasack provinces. Structural Equation Modeling analysis was conducted using the SMART PLS 4.0 software. Results: Findings reveal that entrepreneurial capabilities and innovative abilities significantly influence the development of dynamic marketing capabilities among Lao SMEs. Dynamic marketing capabilities positively affected both marketing and firm performance. Discussion: The findings emphasize the importance of nurturing dynamic marketing capabilities for SMEs in Lao PDR. Environmental dynamism and government support examine the moderating role of external factors’ impact on SMEs' adaptability. Conclusion: This study underscores the significance of DMC for SMEs in enhancing organizational efficiency and profitability in Lao PDR. The findings can serve as a guideline for businesses and policymakers to navigate the complexities of the local business landscape.

The Role of Higher Education to Contribute and Supporting the Achievement of the 4th Sustainable Development Goal Target 4.7(Study on “Project Socio Ecopreneur-ship" Telkom University Master of Management)

The purpose of this research is to provide knowledge to the academic community, especially students, and the community regarding the 4th Sustainable Development Goals indicator with indicator 4.7 regarding ensuring that all students obtain the knowledge and skills needed to improve sustainable development. This research uses qualitative methods through depth interviews. The results of this research show that the role of university and students have the important role in building community skills in ecopreneurship. This research also shows the importance of collaboration between universities, foundations that support ecopreneurship activities, and the community in building an ecopreneurship ecosystem which aims to create community capabilities in entrepreneurship, and substantially increase their ability to obtain decent work while still paying attention to the environment.

课程思政视域下专业教育与创新创业教育的融合路径与策略研究

The effective integration of professional education and innovation and entrepreneurship education has become key to enhancing educational quality and meeting societal demands. This paper takes the “Basic Information Technology Application Course” as an example, discussing the paths and strategies for integrating professional education with innovation and entrepreneurship education under the course ideology and politics perspective. It summarizes the existing problems between professional education and innovation and entrepreneurship education, and proposes specific integration paths: reconstructing course objectives by integrating ideological elements with professional skills; optimizing course content by incorporating knowledge related to innovation and entrepreneurship; and improving assessment mechanisms to focus on a comprehensive evaluation of students’ abilities and accomplishments. The paper also explores specific teaching strategies, such as gamification, simulation, project-based, seminar-style, and case study teaching, aiming to cultivate students’ professional interest, work ethics, moral values, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. This contributes to deepening the integration of professional knowledge with innovative and entrepreneurial capabilities, providing a direction for modernizing education and promoting comprehensive student development.

The Influence of Organizational Agility on Customer Retention in Medium Scale Businesses in Nigeria

Firms that operate in the informal sector in most developing countries are technologically backward, with low levels of human resource skills, weak management systems and entrepreneurial capabilities, unavailability of appropriate and timely information, insufficient use of information technology, poor product quality and standardization, and unfriendly environmental production processes. This has impeded their ability to take on suitable organizational forms. This research sought to ascertain if there is a significant relationship between organisational agility and customer retention in medium-scale enterprises in the north-central zone of Nigeria. To achieve this objective, the variables were operationalized and a model was specified. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. Data were gathered from primary sources and the study hypothesis was tested using the Multiple Regression Technique. From the result of the regression analysis, organizational agility was found to have a positive and significant relationship with customer retention in medium-scale enterprises in North-Central Nigeria. Based on these findings, the study recommended that enterprises should exploit the resources that generate their present value while also exploring new opportunities to adapt it to changing markets.

정규 창업 강좌와 비정규 창업 강좌 수강생 간 기업가적 역량, 기업가적 태도 및 창업의도 비교 연구

Recently, with active policy support from the central government, the activation of entrepreneurship-friendly academic systems and entrepreneurship education in universities are actively increasing. In particular, the Ministry of Education is actively promoting the revitalization of university-based entrepreneurship in order to connect the research results, technological capabilities, and human capital accumulated by universities as the basis for high value-added technological entrepreneurship in the era of the 4th Industrial Revolution and digital transformation. This study divides the various entrepreneurship courses operated within universities into regular and non-regular entrepreneurship courses and seeks to empirically compare and analyze the entrepreneurial capabilities, entrepreneurial attitudes, and entrepreneurial intentions of each student. Among 390 survey responses from college students, 345 valid questionnaires were used in the study. As a research analysis, SPSS 23 was used for regression analysis, and differences between students were compared through t-test. The main research results are as follows: First, the entrepreneurial competency of entrepreneurship education students was found to have a significant positive effect on their entrepreneurial attitude and intention to start a business. Second, entrepreneurial attitude was found to have a significant mediating effect between entrepreneurial capabilities and entrepreneurial intention. Third, as a result of verifying the differences between students in the types of entrepreneurship courses, there was a significant difference between entrepreneurial capabilities and intention to start a business between students taking regular and non-regular entrepreneurship courses. The implications of this study emphasize the need for continuous expansion of regular entrepreneurship courses through the development of mid- to long-term entrepreneurship education curriculum and subjects within universities, securing excellent instructors and research support, and preparing high-quality syllabuses using various teaching methods.

State-Owned Entities in an African Emerging Market Context: The Role of Entrepreneurial Intensity and Capabilities in Performance

Research in public sector entrepreneurship is proliferating which indicates that it is viable for organisations operating within a government regulatory regime, such as in state-owned entities (SOEs). This study examined the extent to which entrepreneurial intensity and entrepreneurial capabilities influence the performance of SOEs, while moderating effects of the external environment on this relationship were analysed from an African emerging market perspective. Primary data was collected via a structured questionnaire from SOEs operating in South Africa. After checking for instrument validity and reliability, findings based on moderated regression analyses show that the degree and frequency of entrepreneurial events, as well as human capabilities, can predict improved performance. The originality and contribution of this study is highlighted in appreciating the role that entrepreneurial intensity and capabilities have on improving SOEs’ public responsiveness and financial performance in an emerging market context.

Innovative Behavior and Entrepreneurial Competence of Chinese College Students

The research focuses on innovative behavior and entrepreneurial capabilities in the context of literature awareness, creativity, novel approaches to problems, and adaptability in learning, laying the foundation for enhancing students' levels of innovation and entrepreneurship. These areas deepen the cultivation of students' innovative behavior and entrepreneurial abilities, improving the efficiency of their career development. The study has positively impacted the employment performance of students in relevant universities in Hubei Province, China, providing teaching support to help students develop innovative behavior and entrepreneurial skills. A random sample of 313 students was selected for the study, and data were analyzed through descriptive correlation design using the social science statistical software SPSS. The results indicated that the respondents were predominantly aged between 20-30 years (97.8%), with a majority being female (63.3%), and mainly sophomore students (44.1%). The scores for literature awareness (3.32), creativity (3.24), novel approaches to problems (3.24), adaptability in learning (3.21), model construction (3.22), industry component trends (3.26), profitability analysis (3.24), and experimentation with new ideas (3.25) were observed. The research concludes that elevating the levels of innovation and entrepreneurial capabilities among university students effectively promotes the enhancement of their innovative employment skills, including literature awareness, creativity, novel approaches to problems, and adaptability in learning. Ultimately, this strengthens the overall employability performance of university students. To facilitate the development of students' participation in class, innovative thinking, and entrepreneurial abilities, teachers need to implement relevant measures. For instance, adopting diverse assessment methods, integrating interdisciplinary comprehensive cultivation in teaching, and creating an environment encouraging expression and challenge can contribute to nurturing students' innovation and entrepreneurial skills, broadening their perspectives, and shaping them into confident and adaptable thinkers.

Development of a New Technology Compound Talent Intelligent Learning Platform Based on Personalized Learning

With the continuous deepening of educational digital reform, the demands for digital empowerment of modern education and technology-driven educational transformation have become particularly urgent. Smart learning platforms and intelligent learning cloud services have emerged in this context. The JinYu project focuses on the cultivation of talents in the new era of the Internet and the construction of smart education. It is dedicated to providing an online learning platform and practical opportunities for programming learners, cultivating university students innovation and entrepreneurship capabilities. The project centers around the construction of high-quality courses in programming languages, emphasizing video recording and textbook writing. This initiative aims to expose a wider audience to courses related to programming and big data development, thereby creating a new technology compound talent intelligent learning platform based on personalized learning. The platform effectively promotes the transformation of smart learning forms and teaching modes in universities.

Impact of Entrepreneurial Orientation on Small and Medium Enterprises Performance

The study aims to investigate the impact of entrepreneurial orientation on small and medium enterprises' performance. A survey-based quantitative research design was used to collect primary data from registered SMEs. There are 3010 registered small and medium-sized enterprises. A stratified sampling technique was used for calculating sample size, and 353 respondents were selected for data collection with the help of a questionnaire; analysis was performed through descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentages, and regression analysis were performed. The result shows There is a positive impact of risk-taking on small and medium sized enterprises' performance, a positive impact of innovation on small and medium-sized enterprises' performance, a positive impact of proactiveness on small and medium-sized enterprises' performance, a positive impact of autonomy the on small and medium-size enterprises' performance. The competitive aggressiveness has a positive impact on small and medium-size enterprises' performance. The study recommended the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation and SME performance is a topic of significant significance and potential for providing clues to the keys to success in this vital economic sector. When we know how entrepreneurial orientation affects SME performance, policy leaders in government and businesses, financial institutions or industry associations, and other stakeholders will be able to devise tailored strategies that promote a favourable environment for the growth and continued existence of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises; Further research can also shed light on some of the actionable advice for SMEs to improve their entrepreneurial capability and competitive advantage.

Research on the Management of College Students' Entrepreneurial Team in the New Situation

This study explores the management challenges faced by college students' entrepreneurial teams in the current dynamic landscape. Examining issues such as unstable organizational structures, capital deficiencies, inadequate performance management, and low entrepreneurial capabilities, the research provides strategic recommendations. These include establishing a rational team management system, enhancing national policies to support entrepreneurship, constructing effective university education systems, and fostering risk prevention awareness among entrepreneurial teams. Implementation of these strategies is expected to empower college student entrepreneurial teams, enabling them to navigate challenges successfully and contribute significantly to both economic development and national progress.

TEACHERS' TRAINING SKILLS & STUDENTS' PERFORMANCE IN ACADEMIC COMPETITIONS

In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, the symbiotic relationship between effective teaching methodologies and students' academic achievements has garnered considerable attention. This study explores the intricate nexus between teachers' training skills and students' performance in academic competitions, focusing on Hubei University of Science and Technology(HUST). As a beacon of academic excellence, HUST's participation and success in the 'Internet+' Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition provide a unique context for investigation. The central research problem delves into understanding the dynamics between teachers' training skills and students' performance, emphasizing the specific context of innovation and entrepreneurship within the 'Internet+' competition. The study scrutinizes whether educators at HUST significantly influence their students' success in academic competitions, particularly those demanding a synthesis of technical skills, innovation, and entrepreneurial acumen. Contributing nuanced insights to the well-established link between quality teaching and student success, this study aims to unravel specific skills and pedagogical approaches beneficial in the context of academic competitions. Additionally, the research explores how teachers contribute to shaping students' innovation and entrepreneurial mindset, crucial in the contemporary, technology-driven economy. With a twofold purpose, the study empirically examines the relationship between teachers' training skills and students' success in academic competitions while elucidating the mechanisms through which teachers contribute to students' innovation and entrepreneurial capabilities. Focusing on HUST, this research provides context-specific insights that extend beyond the university, contributing to the broader discourse on the interplay between teaching effectiveness and students' achievements in academic competitions.

Practice of Vietnamese tertiary learners’ intercultural competence: An influential factor affecting entrepreneurial capabilities

Intercultural competence (IC) is believed to enhance new graduates' entrepreneurial capabilities and employability in this 21st century. This quantitative study investigates learners' perceived levels of IC, regarding its four components: knowledge, attitudes, skills, and awareness [1,2]. An online survey comprising 40 items adapted from Baroudi's questionnaire [3] based on Byram's conceptual framework of IC [1,2] was administered to learners at a recently established state university in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam. 148 eligible respondents were recruited on a volunteer basis. SPSS was used to analyze collected data. Results show learners' high perceived level of IC. Learners' intercultural attitudes component was found to be at the highest perceived level. In addition, knowledge and skills equally stood at the lowest level of learners' perceived IC. Learners' gender and academic field did not affect their perceived IC levels. However, participants' academic major showed to have a significant impact on learners' intercultural awareness. The findings inform stakeholders about the appropriateness of currently-implemented curricula for intercultural education and raise their awareness of the possible gap between learners' perceived levels of IC and their actual IC. The study also contributes insights into the literature on the relationship between learners' IC and entrepreneurial capabilities and employability. Finally, suggestions for future studies on IC are included.

Does Financial Resource Development Effort Affect the Dynamic Entrepreneurial Capability and Performance of SMEs?

Does Financial Resource Development Effort Affect the Dynamic Entrepreneurial Capability and Performance of SMEs?

Understanding the Relationship Between Immigration and Innovation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

The relationship between immigration and innovation has become an urgent topic of discussion in the USA and in the European Union due to the current migration patterns and the crucial role played by innovation as a driver of growth in modern economies. The present study is a systematic review regarding the investigation of the status of the research on immigration, ethnic diversity, and their impact on innovations, especially at the firm’s organisational level. With a focus on high-skilled immigrants, a closer examination of the link between migration and economic performance of the private sector has been conducted during the research. The paper will focus on the elements that impact the contributions of migrants towards the total level of innovation of host countries. Cultural diversity, demographic agglomeration forces, and the educational backgrounds of newcomers are identified as drivers of innovation which influence patenting activity. Additionally, the research provides an overview of the positive influence of migration on innovation spillovers, taking into account its ability to isolate the channels concerning education history and labour supply that lead to this beneficial effect. The evidence suggests that immigrants contribute to the overall level of economic growth and innovation in destination countries, as spillovers of entrepreneurial capabilities and scientific and technological knowledge appear to be fundamental to innovation in host countries. Nonetheless, policy-makers are presented with expected outcomes, as well as no evidence to suggest that migration is detrimental to a strong research and development sector.

PENGARUH MOTIVASI DAN MINAT TERHADAP KEBERHASILAN USAHA MELALUI KEMAMPUAN BERWIRAUSAHA PADA MAHASISWA PESERTA WMK UNIVERSITAS PADJADJARAN

The main challenges in the growth of entrepreneurship in Indonesia lie in the low motivation and interest of the community, stemming from uncertainty about business success, lack of access to resources, and reluctance to take potentially inhibiting risks in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Limited capabilities and knowledge in entrepreneurship also pose significant barriers to the growth of the number of entrepreneurs in Indonesia. Some individuals may lack sufficient knowledge about practical steps to start and run businesses, such as business planning, financial management, or marketing strategies. This research focuses on measuring the influence of interest and motivation on business success through entrepreneurial capabilities. The method employed in this research is quantitative, utilizing data collection techniques involving questionnaires and interviews. The data analysis technique used is square equation modeling (SEM). The study concludes that motivation and interest significantly impact business success, with entrepreneurial capabilities serving as a mediating variable.
 
 Key words: Motivation, Interest, Entrepreneurial Capabilities, Sustainability

The technological imprinting of educational experiences on student startups

The literature suggests that the startups of de novo entrepreneurs are disadvantaged, but many of the world's leading firms have been founded by students and recent graduates. We hypothesize that academic and industry-based educational experiences shape the innovative activity of student startups and use patent data to measure technological proximity between the patent portfolios of influencers and startups. We find that indirect exposure to the research and development activities of the students' university departments and work term employers results in technological imprinting. Influencer and entrepreneur capabilities affect the magnitude of the imprinting effect: student ventures are technologically more proximate to highly ranked university departments and to more innovative work term employers, and the students' software skills impact their ability to invent in proximity to their work term employer. We also find that multiple layers of imprints are complements, not substitutes. Exposure to inventive activities, even when indirect and brief, results in multiple capabilities-moderated layers of imprints.