The effect of entrepreneurship education, peers, and religiosity on entrepreneurial intention: a case study in Jakarta High School

This study aims to investigate the impact of Entrepreneurial Education, Entrepreneurial Support, Peer Groups, and Religiosity on Entrepreneurial Intentions among high school students in Jakarta. A total of 460 high school students participated as respondents, selected through convenience sampling. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS), which provided insights into the relationships between these variables and entrepreneurial intentions. The results indicate that Entrepreneurial Education and Peer Groups have a significant and positive influence on Entrepreneurial Intentions. In contrast, Entrepreneurial Support and Religiosity did not show a significant impact on Entrepreneurial Intentions. In conclusion, these findings emphasize the important role of Entrepreneurial Education and Peer Groups in fostering entrepreneurial intentions among high school students in Jakarta. These insights can inform policymakers, educators, and stakeholders in developing effective programs to equip and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs in Indonesia.