Building entrepreneurs for tomorrow
Insights into effective educational practices
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21485180 |
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| Authors | Stephen Thomas Homer (0000-0003-1349-1198, Sunway Business School, corresponding author), Wai-Ching Poon (0000-0003-1258-3576, Sunway Business School) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Pages | 1-28 |
| Publication date | 2025-11-22 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Asia Pacific Journal of Education (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0218-8791 • E-ISSN: 1742-6855 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/02188791.2025.2585019 |
| OpenAlex | W4416541365 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 37 |
This paper examines how entrepreneurial education (EE) can better address student needs and evolving industry expectations, beginning in Malaysia before expanding internationally. Using a concept-mapping approach, Study 1 identified four clusters: Balancing Practical & Theoretical Learning, Practical Activities & Workshops, New Subjects, and Development. Statistical validation in Study 2 (n = 254, Malaysia) through exploratory factor analysis (EFA) refined these into nine distinct factors, including Experiential Learning, E-Commerce Integration, Collaborative Learning, and Industry-Driven Education, confirming their importance in shaping entrepreneurial competencies. Study 3 (n = 234, UK) employed confirmatory composite analysis (CCA) to establish cross-cultural validity, thereby reinforcing the framework’s applicability across diverse educational settings. Findings highlight the critical role of experiential, technology-integrated, and industry-aligned practices in fostering entrepreneurial intention, opportunity recognition, and adaptive capabilities. Consistency across Malaysian and UK samples underscores the framework’s international relevance. Practically, the study suggests institutions embed immersive learning, advanced digital tools, and stronger industry collaboration to enhance entrepreneurial readiness. The research concludes that adaptive, contextually responsive EE frameworks are vital for preparing graduates to thrive in dynamic global markets, offering actionable insights for educators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders
Entrepreneurship · Qualitative research · Educational Leadership and Innovation · Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences · Higher Education and Employability
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| Highly cited | No |
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