Attitudes, self-efficacy and education towards entreprenuership mindset among students in higher learning institution

Abstract

People view an individual's mindset toward entrepreneurship as a crucial factor. It's defined as how someone reacts to information and opportunities around them. This mindset encompasses feelings, thoughts, and actions related to entrepreneurship. The purpose of this study is to explore the relationship between entrepreneurial mindset and student development among university students. This study delves into the factors shaping the entrepreneurial mindset of university students, focusing on the potential influence of entrepreneurial attitudes, self-efficacy, and entrepreneurship education. A total of 4 variables with 27 items have been developed through questionnaires administered to students at public high education institutions in the southern region of Malaysia. The research sought to answer the following questions: does entrepreneurship education positively impact the entrepreneurial mindset of students; do entrepreneurial attitudes regarding the desirability of venturing into business affect the entrepreneurial mindset; and does self-efficacy, the belief in one's ability to succeed, play a role in students' entrepreneurial aspirations and actions. By investigating these questions, the study aims to shed light on the complex interplay between internal and external factors shaping students' entrepreneurial mindsets. The findings have the potential to inform the development of more effective entrepreneurship education programs, foster positive attitudes, and strengthen self-efficacy to cultivate a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem among future generations.