A Comparative Study of Entrepreneurial Behavior of Knowledge & Information Science Students vs. Other Students at Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University

Purpose: This study aims to compare the entrepreneurial behavior of Knowledge & Information Science students with that of other students at Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University. Methodology: This research adopts a descriptive-analytical survey design. The statistical population consists of students from Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, with a sample size of 360 participants. A standardized entrepreneurial behavior questionnaire was used as the research instrument. Its validity was confirmed by experts, and reliability was assessed using Cronbach’s alpha, composite reliability, and factor loadings. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS software. Findings: The findings indicate that the entrepreneurial behavior of students, with an average score of 4.34, is at a favorable level. No significant differences were found between entrepreneurial behavior and demographic variables. However, one component, "behavior change," showed a significant difference based on gender. Conclusion: The results suggest that there is no significant difference in the entrepreneurial behavior of Information Science and Epistemology students compared to other students. The study also highlights that changes in behavior and strategic insight significantly influence entrepreneurial behavior. Universities can foster a supportive and dynamic environment conducive to cultivating entrepreneurial behaviors among students.Value: Entrepreneurship has become a crucial focus, particularly for students. This study contributes to the limited body of research on the entrepreneurial behavior of students, highlighting the importance of understanding these behaviors for fostering entrepreneurship.