Shaping Entrepreneurial Intentions Through Education: An Empirical Study

This study examines the impact of entrepreneurship education on shaping entrepreneurial intentions among business administration students at Tayma University College. Utilizing both the Entrepreneurial Intention Model (EIM) and the Entrepreneurship Education Framework (EEF), this research assesses how content, pedagogical approaches, and the learning environment influence students’ entrepreneurial aspirations. A survey of 135 male and female students was conducted, and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to analyze the relationships between educational factors and entrepreneurial intentions. The findings show that comprehensive course content, interactive teaching methods, and a supportive educational environment significantly enhance students’ perceived feasibility and desirability of entrepreneurship. Moreover, attitudes towards entrepreneurship mediate the relationship between education and entrepreneurial intentions. This study contributes to the growing literature by providing insights into how targeted entrepreneurship education can foster entrepreneurial intentions, particularly within the context of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative to promote economic diversification and youth empowerment. This study not only explores entrepreneurial education but also highlights its contribution to sustainability. By fostering a mindset that aligns with the socio-economic goals of Vision 2030, entrepreneurship education promotes sustainable economic growth and prepares students to contribute to a diversified and resilient economy.