Management & Sustainability An Arab Review,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Авг. 30, 2024
Purpose
The
purpose
of
this
study
is
to
explore
the
role
entrepreneurial
skills
and
education
on
students’
intention
become
entrepreneurs
through
theory
planned
behaviour
mediating
effect
subjective
norms
relationship
between
intentions.
Design/methodology/approach
A
total
257
students
in
Higher
Institute
Management
at
Gabès
University
participated
by
means
a
questionnaire.
hypotheses
were
tested
using
structural
equation
modeling.
Findings
Subjective
norm
was
found
be
strongest
predictor
student’s
intentions
followed
education.
Moreover,
findings
revealed
that
mediated
norm.
Practical
implications
It
expected
can
help
policy
makers,
researchers
academicians
better
understanding
nascent
entrepreneurs.
Originality/value
This
one
few
studies
have
empirically
indirect
effects
entrepreneurship
developing
countries,
particularly
Arab
countries.
results
suggest
mediate
students.
an
unexplored
issue
date,
helps
understand
how
why
emerge.
Management & Sustainability An Arab Review,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 27, 2025
Purpose
This
study
investigates
the
influences
of
socioeconomic,
familial
and
personal,
cultural,
organizational
technological
factors
on
succession
planning
within
family
businesses
(FBs).
It
aims
to
untangle
complex
web
these
weave
together,
shedding
light
their
collective
impact
seamless
leadership
transition
from
generation
generation.
Design/methodology/approach
The
theory
planned
behavior
(TPB)
systems
(ST)
were
utilized
in
this
study.
proposed
framework
is
supported
by
a
purposive
quantitative
design
388
FBs
Jordan.
collected
data
rigorously
assessed
using
partial
least
squares-structural
equation
modeling
importance-performance
map
analysis.
Findings
Our
results
have
shown
that
successor
characteristics,
such
as
age,
gender,
education
attitude
toward
takeover,
strongly
affect
effective
planning.
Other
major
include
strong
relationships,
size
business
modern
digital
integration.
However,
religious
belief
variable
did
not
seem
influence
conclude
savvy
online
community
mediating
support
smooth
transitions.
Practical
implications
Offering
treasure
trove
insights,
equips
FB
stakeholders
with
strategic
keys
unlock
potential
communal
resources
champions
dual
approach
venerates
age-old
values
while
embracing
paving
way
for
transitions
are
just
but
also
forward-thinking
resilient.
Originality/value
harmonizes
TPB
ST
forge
an
innovative
lens
through
which
can
be
viewed.
underscores
burgeoning
role
integration,
networks
AI
GPTs
enriching
traditional
paradigms.
Given
significant
Jordanian
economy,
area
under-researched
many
emerging
nations.
Journal of Ethics in Entrepreneurship and Technology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Март 18, 2025
Graphical
abstract
Purpose
This
study
aims
to
investigate
different
traits
of
generative
pre-trained
transformer
(GPT)
in
information
technology
(IT)
students’
enhancement
coding
skills
within
Jordanian
undergraduate
education.
These
characteristics
are
perceived
customization,
simulations,
usefulness,
ease
use,
risks
and
complexity.
Design/methodology/approach
Using
a
quantitative
research
design,
this
analyzes
data
from
survey
IT
students
interacting
with
GPT-based
tools
simulations
(Three
filtration
steps).
Structural
equation
modeling
(SEM)
is
used
assess
the
relationships
between
GPT
attributes
skill
outcomes,
providing
robust
examination
theoretical
models
proposed.
Findings
The
findings
reveal
that
generated
use
usefulness
significantly
positively
affect
(CSE).
In
contrast,
complexity
found
negatively
impact
these
outcomes.
Practical
implications
underscores
necessity
for
educators,
curriculum
designers
developers
prioritize
customization
capabilities
enhance
experiences.
Organizations
must
ensure
security
measures
protect
user
build
trust.
An
international
body/commission
should
be
launched
regulate
AI
industry
(including
GPT)
adherence
ethical
privacy
standards.
Originality/value
Exploring
addition
highlighting
potential
drawbacks,
such
as
risks,
calls
improved
standards
education
application.
also
contributes
growing
body
knowledge
on
application
by
linking
two
frameworks
explore
aspects
CSE.
Journal of Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 10, 2025
Purpose
Although
several
papers
have
been
published
over
the
past
decade
on
various
aspects
of
digital
entrepreneurship,
nothing
has
hitherto
written
theme
entrepreneurship
in
metaverse.
This
paper,
therefore,
aims
to
explore
key
challenges
metaverse,
with
a
view
developing
model
address
these
challenges.
Design/methodology/approach
The
Decision
Making
Trial
and
Evaluation
Laboratory
approach
was
adopted
this
study
rank
selected
order
importance
establish
cause-and-effect
relationship
between
them.
data
were
gathered
from
10
experts
Saudi
Arabia
who
deploy
augmented
reality,
virtual
reality
other
immersive
technologies
course
their
business.
Findings
Three
challenges,
namely,
“Market
fragmentation
(C3)”,
“Technical
complexity
(C1)”
“Monetisation
revenue
models
(C5)”
highlighted
findings
as
main
factors
influence
Cause
group,
whereas
remaining
five
“Infrastructure
connectivity
(C2)”,
“Social
ethical
considerations
(C8)”,
“User
adoption
engagement
(C6)”,
“Privacy
security
(C7)”
“Intellectual
property
protection
(C4)”,
categorised
Effect
being
significantly
influenced
by
group.
Originality/value
To
best
authors’
knowledge,
is
first
metaverse-enabled
classify
identified
into
groups
Effect.
Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Март 13, 2025
Purpose
While
the
literature
on
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
capability
is
expanding,
gaps
remain
in
understanding
how
this
internally
developed
technology-based
startups
(TBS)
across
different
life
cycle
phases.
This
study,
grounded
resource
orchestration
theory
(ROT),
investigates
pathway
through
which
TBS
use
organizational
creativity
to
build
AI
and
achieve
performance.
Design/methodology/approach
A
conceptual
framework
based
ROT
emphasizes
role
of
structuring
bundling
processes.
Data
were
collected
a
survey
166
managers
employees
operating
Brazil
international
markets,
using
multiple
linear
regressions
Sobel
test
for
analysis.
The
study
validated
scale
context.
Findings
fully
mediates
relationship
between
performance,
confirming
that
critical
development.
These
findings
advance
by
deepening
TBS.
offers
dynamic,
process-based
view
performance
trajectories
TBS,
demonstrating
synchrony
creates
cyclical
process,
maximizing
company
Originality/value
research
identifies
an
alternative
develop
highlighting
synchronization
co-evolution
resources
capabilities.
It
provides
novel
insights
into
capability’s
mediating
expands
management
Journal of Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Июль 13, 2024
Purpose
This
study
aims
to
explore
both
the
drivers
(performance
expectancy
and
perceived
usefulness
of
ChatGPT)
barrier
(effort
expectancy)
that
Indonesian
youth
encounter
when
adopting
generative
AI
technology,
such
as
ChatGPT,
they
pursue
digital
entrepreneurship.
Design/methodology/approach
utilizes
Hayes'
Process
Model
evaluate
proposed
hypotheses
through
survey
data
collected
from
518
youth.
Findings
study's
findings
highlight
a
paradoxical
relationship
emerges
effort
intersects
with
performance
ChatGPT.
Specifically,
we
discovered
young
individuals
perceive
adoption
technology
requiring
significant
effort,
their
motivation
engage
in
entrepreneurship
is
significantly
enhanced
if
also
view
tool
highly
useful
beneficial
future
business
endeavors.
Practical
implications
The
provide
valuable
insights
for
educators
policymakers
focused
on
advancing
developing
nations
integration
technology.
Originality/value
Our
enriches
an
underexplored
niche
within
field
by
examining
intersection
youth,
By
incorporating
Expectancy-Value
Theory,
it
brings
fresh
perspective
relationships
contemporary
research
this
domain.
Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(3), С. 414 - 440
Опубликована: Май 12, 2024
Purpose
COVID-19
has
rendered
many
firms'
business
models,
strategies
and
performance
vulnerable,
including
entrepreneurial
financials.
Some
managed
to
survive,
while
others
drowned
in
the
epidemic
swamp.
This
study
offers
an
exceptional
model
fill
gap.
Design/methodology/approach
Employing
a
rigorous
qualitative
design,
utilizes
novel
framework
that
integrates
institutional
theory
(IT)
corporate
strategy
(CES).
Semi-structured
interviews
were
conducted,
thematic
analysis
identified
key
themes:
external
environment,
environment
organizational
response,
CES
survival.
Findings
The
reveals
dual
nature
of
acting
as
both
facilitators
barriers
for
financial
firms
(EFFs).
It
highlights
robust
exhibited
by
these
during
pandemic,
demonstrating
their
adept
balancing
integration
different
components
response.
EFFs
employ
mix
nonfinancial
indicators
assessment,
yielding
varied
outcomes
based
on
contextual
factors.
Practical
implications
stakeholders
are
guided
adapt
balance
pressures,
implement
evaluate
performance.
advocates
collaboration
within
finance
ecosystem
leveraging
opportunities
emerging
from
new
market
segments,
technologies,
innovations
regulatory
changes.
Originality/value
topic
is
underexplored
economies.
Fresh
perspectives
rigor
frameworks
developed
how
navigate
capitalize
pandemic
under
uncertainties.
Management & Sustainability An Arab Review,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Апрель 4, 2024
Purpose
The
purpose
of
this
study
is
to
assess
the
correlations
between
e-entrepreneurial
intentions,
attitude
toward
e-entrepreneurship,
subjective
norms,
perceived
behavior
control,
risk
and
entrepreneurial
knowledge
Jordanian
business
students
start
an
online
intention.
Design/methodology/approach
A
sample
392
undergraduate
from
different
public
private
universities
participated
in
study.
Data
were
collected
using
survey-based
questionnaire
(i.e.
Google
Forms)
emails
social
media
platforms
WhatsApp,
Facebook,
etc.);
reliability
validity
tests
ensured.
This
employs
a
50-item
(distributed
via
Forms
two
languages)
collect
data,
utilizing
5-point
Likert
scales;
correlation
analysis,
linear
regression
structural
equation
modeling
are
used
analyze
data.
Findings
results
showed
that
e-entrepreneurship
intentions
significantly
predicted
by
their
behavioral
knowledge.
One’s
does
not
influence
ambition
launch
Internet
company
much.
Furthermore,
affiliation
impact
students'
plans
pursue
e-entrepreneurship.
Practical
implications
has
important
real-world
implications,
particularly
for
Jordan.
country
could
create
more
jobs
boost
economy
encouraging
businesses
helping
small
grow.
especially
Jordan,
where
many
people,
young
adults,
struggle
find
work.
Therefore,
true
need
interventions
foster
among
emerging
economies
like
Originality/value
goal
research
examine
aspirations
developing
nations
throughout
digital
age.
offer
valuable
information
on
elements
influencing
intents
students.
may
be
utilized
programs
policies
effectively
encourage
Journal of Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Авг. 2, 2024
Purpose
In
the
cosmic
expanse
of
digital
universe,
a
new
celestial
body
emerges
Metaverse.
This
study
embarks
on
an
interstellar
journey
to
scrutinize
dynamics
entrepreneurial
learning
(EL)
and
opportunity
in
burgeoning
realm
metaverse.
aims
understand
how
personal
characteristics
(PEC)
Metaverse
environment
(MEC)
influence
these
processes.
Design/methodology/approach
The
devotes
dual-lens
approach,
combining
power
interviews
(Phase
I)
precision
survey
II).
It
harnesses
insights
event
model
(EEM)
technology
acceptance
(TAM),
serving
as
twin
beacons
guiding
our
exploration
constructs
under
PEC/MEC.
Findings
uncovers
fascinating
tapestry
interwoven
variables.
Certain
threads
PEC/MEC
weave
significantly
into
fabric
EL,
which
turn
embroiders
pattern
exploitation.
However,
some
threads,
namely,
scalability,
risk-taking
innovativeness,
do
not
contribute
design
EL.
Practical
implications
findings
serve
compass
for
various
stakeholders
They
guide
education
programs,
inform
development
user-friendly
metaverse
platforms,
shape
policies
promoting
entrepreneurship
provide
strategic
entrepreneurs
investors.
Originality/value
is
trailblazer,
being
among
first
apply
EEM
TAM
context
offers
fresh
perspectives
processes
virtual
environments,
enriching
emerging
narrative
charting
unexplored
territories
future
research.