Social Entrepreneurship Intentions Among Business Students in Latvia

Authors

  • Velga Vevere EKA University of Applied Sciences
  • Edgars Cerkovskis EKA University of Applied Sciences
  • Aija Sannikova EKA University of Applied Sciences

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5755/j01.eis.1.15.29111

Keywords:

social entrepreneurship, business education, entrepreneurship intentions, career aspirations, social responsibility

Abstract

Theoretical literature has identified a number of factors that determine social entrepreneurship intentions. Social entrepreneurs play an important role in the economic and social developments of the communities in which they operate. They are a special type of entrepreneur, driven by a variety of motives, including the alleviation of poverty, hunger or illiteracy; the improvement of human health; the reparation of social, legal or economic injustice; and the preservation of the environment for future generations. The career aspiration of social entrepreneurs can be encouraged if youths are given early educational exposure when they are young. The purpose of this study is to identify social entrepreneurship intentions among business students in Latvia. The tasks are the following: (1) to accomplish analysis of special literature; (2) to work out methodology; (3) to carry out the empirical research; (4) to work out conclusions. The empirical research involves the survey of business students, applying snowball sampling method and using 5-point Likert scale questionnaire. The results are interpreted using methods of descriptive and inferential statistics. The conclusions of the research have a practical value, as they make it possible to identify the problematic areas of business education in regard to the social entrepreneurship.

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Published

2021-09-16

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Managerial Aspects of European Integration