Entrepreneurial Orientation and Entrepreneurship Intention amongst Undergraduate Students of Universities in Anambra State

Abstract:

According to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, there is a need to introduce entrepreneurship in the early years of universities. This paper discussed two objectives: creativity and innovation. These objectives will contribute to the success of university graduates' intention to embrace entrepreneurship early and become successful in life and be self-employed, thereby reducing the cluster of people looking for white-collar jobs. This study looked at entrepreneurial orientation and entrepreneurship intention among Anambra undergraduates. The theoretical framework was founded on the Plan Behaviour theory. The population of the study was 1,929, and the sample size was determined using the model of Borh and Gall (1973) to be 371. Data was collected using a questionnaire and analysed using tables and percentages. Multiple regression analysis was used to test the hypothesis further, as well as to determine the relative predictive power of independent variables on dependent variables. The study concluded that a more positive relationship between entrepreneurship and these variables has a greater chance of success. The results show that creativity has a positive relationship with entrepreneurship, and innovation has a positive relationship with entrepreneurship. The study recommended that various universities, particularly those in Anambra State, should make efforts in raising awareness and to encourage undergraduates to take an interest in entrepreneurship. This should be incorporated into their curriculum to help students master what is Entrepreneurial Orientation and Entrepreneurship Intention amongst Undergraduate Students of Universities in Anambra State involved in entrepreneurship early on and embrace it for a better life.