Entrepreneurial intention and entrepreneurial behaviour : a social psychological perspective

摘要: Increasing the supply of entrepreneurs reduces unemployment and accelerates economic growth (Acs, 2006; Audretsch, 2007; Santarelli et el. 2009; Campbell, 1996; Carree & Thurik, 1996). The depends on entrepreneurial intention activity people (Kruger Brazeal, 1994). Existing behavioural theories explain that is an attitude driven process which mediated by regulated control. These are: Theory Planned Behaviour (Ajzen, 1991; 2002, 2012); Entrepreneurial Event Model (Shapiro Shokol, 1982), Social Cognitive (Bandura, 1977; 1986; 2012). Meta-analysis existing in different fields found are more effective to analyse habitual behaviour, but less long-term risky behaviour (McEachan al., 2011). objective this dissertation improve entrepreneurship theory advance our understanding determinants activity. To achieve we asked three compelling questions research. Firstly, why do differences exist among age groups. Secondly, how can behaviour? And, thirdly, there any relationship between counterfactual or regretful thinking intention? We address these Chapters 2, 3 4 dissertation. Earlier studies have identified inverse U shaped (Parker, 2004; Hart 2004). In study, reasons for shape (Chapter 2). use Life Cycle Disuse theory. assume stage life cycle individual moderates influence opportunity identification skill start a business. moderation effect early serial entrepreneurship. Chapter 3, limitations psychological discussed, competency value (CVTE) proposed overcome extend theories. ‘weighted competency’ variable instead ‘perceived control’ planned (TPB) self-efficacy social cognitive Weighted perceived ranking assigned his total competencies be entrepreneur. was tested pilot survey UK national adult population South Asian Country. results show significant intention, weighted as per CVTE. further, 4, test intention. Studies psychology identify ‘upward thinking’ influences (Epstude Rose, 2008; Smallman Roese, 2009). Upward missed opportunities problem. This study addresses question individual’s affects her future career so, conducted students business school UK, modifies