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Optimizing the Role of Business Incubators in Higher Education: A Review of Supporting Factors and Barriers

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: This research paper explores the role of business incubators in higher education at a university in West Java, focusing on the review of supporting and barrier factors. The study adopts a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to gather comprehensive data. The findings highlight the importance of supporting factors such as access to resources, mentoring and expertise, networking opportunities, and funding support. Conversely, barrier factors include lack of funding and resources, limited access to mentoring and expertise, ineffective networking opportunities, institutional and policy constraints, and cultural and societal factors. The study provides valuable insights into optimizing the role of business incubators in higher education, emphasizing the need for adequate resources, effective mentoring, networking opportunities, supportive policies, and a favorable entrepreneurial culture.

Source: West Science Business and Management

DOI: 10.58812/wsbm.v1i03.96

Authors: Arief Yanto Rukmana, Ridma Meltareza, Budi Harto, Oom Komalasari, Nining Harnani

Institutions: Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi Stan Im, Universitas Indonesia Membangun, Indonesia University of Education, Universitas Winaya Mukti

Language: English

Topic: Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences

Subfield: Management of Technology and Innovation

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Decent work and economic growth, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4382795752

FWCI: 11

Cites: 8

Cited by: 45

Related to: 10