Bridging gender gaps in entrepreneurship through diverse learning environments and change tolerance

Virginie Hachard (), Gautam Nagpal (), Matteo Rossi, Gloria Haddad and Ghada Haddad
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Virginie Hachard: Métis Lab EM Normandie - EM Normandie - École de Management de Normandie = EM Normandie Business School
Gautam Nagpal: TREE - Transitions Energétiques et Environnementales - UPPA - Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour - CNRS - Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, ESC PAU - Ecole Supérieure de Commerce, Pau Business School
Matteo Rossi: University of Sannio [Benevento]
Gloria Haddad: USJ - Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth
Ghada Haddad: ESC PAU - Ecole Supérieure de Commerce, Pau Business School

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Abstract: This study explores how diverse learning environments (DLE) influence entrepreneurial intentions and the moderating role of gender. By integrating the theory of planned behaviour with the concept of change tolerance, we examine how DLE characterised by cultural and institutional diversity impact students' entrepreneurial outcomes. Our findings indicate that immersive DLE enhance participants' perceived behavioural control, fostering proactive entrepreneurial mindsets among both male and female students. Contrary to traditional research highlighting significant gender differences in entrepreneurial attitudes, our results suggest that inclusive learning contexts can mitigate these disparities. This study contributes to the understanding of gender issues in entrepreneurship by demonstrating how educational environments can promote equality and enhance self-efficacy. The implications for business schools are substantial, as fostering DLE can nurture a diverse pool of entrepreneurs, ultimately driving economic growth and social development within various cultural contexts.

Keywords: Entrepreneurial intentions; Gender equality; Entrepreneurial learning environment; Theory of planned behaviour; TPB (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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Published in International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business, inPress, ⟨10.1504/IJESB.2026.10069191⟩

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DOI: 10.1504/IJESB.2026.10069191

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