The Effect of Entrepreneurship Education and Self-Efficacy with Mediation of Family Support on Entrepreneurial Interest (Study on Vocational Students of Computer and Network Engineering Expertise Program, and Office Management Automation in Gresik Re

This study examines the impact of entrepreneurship education and self-employment on students' entrepreneurial interest, with family support as a mediating factor. Using a multi-method approach and SEM-PLS analysis, data were collected from 192 vocational students in Gresik. The findings show that entrepreneurship education and self-efficacy positively influence family support, which in turn enhances students' entrepreneurial interest. Family support also mediates the relationship between self-efficacy and entrepreneurial motivation. This study highlights the importance of aligning vocational education with business needs to better prepare students for entrepreneurship.