The Impact of Perceived Barriers and Motives on Entrepreneurial Intentions: A Study on Algerian, Egyptian and Turkish Students in Türkiye
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Perceived Barriers, Perceived Motives, Entrepreneurial Intention, University StudentsAbstract
In many countries, promoting entrepreneurship among young people is crucial for increasing economic growth and employment. To promote entrepreneurship among young people, it is essential to understand the factors that influence university students' entrepreneurial intentions. The aim of this study is to examine the effect of perceived barriers and motives on entrepreneurial intentions of Algerian, Egyptian and Turkish university students in Türkiye. The study also investigates the moderating role of country between perceived barriers, motives and entrepreneurial intentions. Research also identifies the impact of country on students’ entrepreneurial intentions. The sample consists of 503 Algerian, Egyptian and Turkish university students. Data are collected through questionnaires and quantitative research methods are used. Analyses are conducted using the statistical programs SPSS 23 and SmartPLS 4. The findings suggest that the perceived motives of Algerian, Egyptian and Turkish students affect their entrepreneurial intentions. However, perceived barriers do not have a significant impact on entrepreneurial intention and culture doesn’t have a moderating role between perceived barriers, motives and entrepreneurial intention in this empirical study. Additionally, the findings show that students' entrepreneurial intentions vary by country. The study encourages apprehending the perceptions shaping entrepreneurial intentions among Algerian, Egyptian and Turkish students.
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