Fundamental determinants of entrepreneurial behaviour

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In the academic field of entrepreneurship, extensive research has been conducted on new venture creation, yet the development of founding intentions, particularly among students, remains poorly understood. There is also a lack of knowledge regarding the factors that influence this process and the differences between male and female entrepreneurs. In this insightful work, Christian Scheiner presents findings from several empirical studies, utilizing an innovative model that integrates established theories such as “planned behaviour,” “organisational socialisation,” “gender theory,” and “social learning.” This approach allows for the identification of key factors influencing the founding intentions of potential academic entrepreneurs. The author provides empirical evidence showing that founding motives and intentions vary between German and British students. These findings are transformed into actionable recommendations for enhancing entrepreneurial education in universities. Additionally, the book surveys existing entrepreneurial initiatives that support academic and non-academic founders in Germany. With its robust research, this work offers fresh insights into the early phases of new venture creation and is highly recommended for both researchers and practitioners in the field of entrepreneurial education.