Exploring antecedents of entrepreneurial intentions among females in an emerging economy

Jabir Ali, Sana Shabir and Ateeque Shaikh

International Journal of Social Economics, 2021, vol. 48, issue 7, 1044-1059

Abstract: Purpose - This paper aims at identifying the antecedents of entrepreneurial intentions among females in India using the theory of planned behaviour. Design/methodology/approach - This study is based on the Adult Population Survey (APS) of the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM), which has covered 1,683 female respondents from India. The data has been analysed using simple techniques such as chi-square statistics and logistics regression. The antecedents of entrepreneurial intentions have been identified using the theory of planned behaviour. Findings - About 20% of the adult females have reported intention for starting an entrepreneurial venture in the country. A significant relationship emerged between the demographics of females with and without intention towards entrepreneurship. The results showed that there is a positive and significant effect of attitudes towards the behaviour, subjective norms and perceived behavioural control to the entrepreneurial intentions among females. Practical implications - This paper provides insights on factors affecting entrepreneurial intention among females and helps in developing a policy framework for promoting new ventures among female entrepreneurs. This also explores the possibility of future research on entrepreneurial intention in the Indian context. Originality/value - Considering the current focus of the government in India for promoting new ventures, this piece of research can be valuable for different stakeholders in adopting a gender-based approach in implementing inclusive entrepreneurial initiatives.

Keywords: Female entrepreneurship; Entrepreneurial intention; New venturing; Emerging market; GEM; India (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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DOI: 10.1108/IJSE-07-2020-0488

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