Using The Theory Of Planned Behavior To Predict Nascent Entrepreneurship

This study focuses on the factors that lead individuals to create new ventures. It draws on the social psychology literature and applies the theory of planned behavior to understand and predict nascent entrepreneurship. To test the integrity of this theory in predictingentrepreneurial behavior, this...

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Published in:	Academia (Consejo Latinoamericano de Escuelas de Administración) 2011-01 (46), p.55
Main Authors:	Nishimura, Jaime Serida, Orlando Morales Tristán
Format:	Article
Language:	por
Subjects:	Attitudes Condoms Employment Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurship Intention Self Efficacy Social psychology Studies Theory of planned behavior
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Summary:	This study focuses on the factors that lead individuals to create new ventures. It draws on the social psychology literature and applies the theory of planned behavior to understand and predict nascent entrepreneurship. To test the integrity of this theory in predictingentrepreneurial behavior, this study uses data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) research program in Peru. The findings of the study provide partial support for the theory. Implications of these findings are discussed. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:	1012-8255 2056-5127