Building Greater Entrepreneurial Ecosystems: Entrepreneurial Education and Training Program’s Effect on Entrepreneurial Output in Developing Nations

Authors

Huston T. Pullen, Florida International UniversityFollow

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree

Doctor of Business Administration

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First Advisor's Name

George Marakas

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Second Advisor's Name

Hemang Subramanian

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Third Advisor's Name

Arjit Sengupta

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Fourth Advisor's Name

Robert Rodriguez

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Keywords

entrepreneurial and small business operations, international business

Date of Defense

6-12-2023

Abstract

This dissertation studied the impact of entrepreneurial education and training programs on entrepreneurial output in 41 developing nations over seven years, including Morocco. The research findings reveal that these programs did not have a significant effect on the likelihood of individuals becoming entrepreneurs or creating new businesses. However, the study introduced two new indexes, the Government Conditions Index and the Infrastructure and Market Conditions Index. These indexes evaluate the quality of education and training programs available and other factors critical to entrepreneurial success, such as government support, investment, infrastructure, and market conditions. The research findings indicate that program design and delivery quality, government support and investment, and stakeholder collaboration can impact the effectiveness of entrepreneurial education and training programs. The study highlights the importance of viii focusing on a range of factors beyond education and training programs to build a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in developing nations. The new indexes developed in this research offer valuable tools for policymakers, educators, and practitioners to evaluate and improve the entrepreneurial ecosystem in developing nations. By identifying areas that require improvement and existing gaps, policymakers can formulate targeted policies and programs to facilitate the growth of successful entrepreneurs and sustainable businesses in these regions. In summary, this study emphasizes the significance of a holistic approach to foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in developing nations. The new indexes provide a framework to evaluate the entrepreneurial ecosystem, enabling informed policies and programs to enhance the overall entrepreneurial environment.

Identifier

FIDC011215

Recommended Citation

Pullen, Huston T., "Building Greater Entrepreneurial Ecosystems: Entrepreneurial Education and Training Program’s Effect on Entrepreneurial Output in Developing Nations" (2023). FIU Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 5351.
https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/5351