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The effect of the institutional environment on entrepreneurial activity: a cross-country study

Year: 2021

Type: dissertation

Abstract: This research examines the effects of the institutional environment on entrepreneurial activity among a cross-country sample. Motivated by the considerable effect of entrepreneurship on economic development, the research investigates whether individual opportunity perception contributes to entrepreneurial activity. The institutional environment is assessed based on Scott’s three institutional pillars, divided into regulatory, cognitive, and normative dimensions. Entrepreneurial activity is measured as the overall quantity of entrepreneurship and the rate of high-growth strategic entrepreneurship. The analysis is based on linear regression models using the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor. Findings show that individual opportunity perceptions and the institutional environment have a considerable impact on entrepreneurial activity.

Source: Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (RCAAP Project by FCT)

Author: Schanz, Christiane Stephanie

Institution: NOVA School of Business and Economics

Language: English

Topic: Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences

Subfield: Management of Technology and Innovation

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

Funder: Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia

Awards: G1516346500, G3257768443, G3821169523, Nova School of Business and Economics, Nova School of Business and Economics, G946021960

OpenAlex ID: W6990807974

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