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Entrepreneurial Drive: Key Factors Motivating Peruvian University Students to Start Businesses (98090)
Session Chair: Gudrun Marci-Boehncke
Friday, 3 October 2025 09:55
Session: Session 1
Room: (B1) Gràcia
Presentation Type:Oral Presentation
Entrepreneurial intention among Peruvian university students has become a significant topic due to its potential impact on the economy and the empowerment of young women. This study aims to identify the factors influencing entrepreneurial intention, focusing on variables such as business education, socioeconomic background, and prior entrepreneurial experiences. The methodology is quantitative and uses a self-administered questionnaire. A total of 948 surveys were collected between January and June 2025 at various meetings in Peru.The descriptive analysis of the data reveals several notable patterns. 65% of participants come from a middle socioeconomic background, while 47% are between 22 and 24 years old. Furthermore, 60% have received business education, indicating a high level of preparedness for entrepreneurship. Additionally, 55% of respondents have parents who have run a business, which could influence their inclination to venture into entrepreneurship. 70% of participants are currently employed, reflecting a proactive attitude toward the labor market. Regarding perceptions of entrepreneurship, 45% of respondents strongly agree that they have the ability to start a business, while 30% agree. These results suggest that business education and work experience are key factors that enhance entrepreneurial intention. The implications of these findings emphasize the need to design policies and programs that support female entrepreneurship in Peru, focusing on business training and strengthening the work environment to foster entrepreneurial intentions among young women.
Authors:
Alejandro Valencia-Arias, Universidad Ricardo Palma, Peru
Ada Gallegos, Universidad Ricardo Palma, Peru
Jackeline Valencia, Universidad Ricardo Palma, Peru
Ledy Gómez-Bayona, Insititución Universitaria Marco Fidel Suarez, Colombia
Rutsmy Gallegos Pacheco, SENAJU, Peru
Wilmer Londoño-Celis, Universidad Ricardo Palma, peru
About the Presenter(s)
Professor Alejandro Valencia-Arias is a University Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer at Instituto Tecnológico Metropolitano in Colombia
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