Entrepreneurship education in business schools: A systematic review of global and Indian evidence
Year: 2026
Type: review
Study design: Systematic Review
Abstract: Entrepreneurship education has become a central pillar of contemporary business school curricula worldwide, driven by increasing emphasis on innovation, venture creation, and entrepreneurial capability as engines of economic growth. Over the past two decades, a rapidly expanding body of research has examined the design, delivery, and outcomes of entrepreneurship education in business schools. However, existing evidence remains fragmented across geographical contexts, pedagogical approaches, and methodological traditions, with limited systematic integration of global scholarship and emerging research from India. Addressing this gap, the present study conducts a systematic review of empirical and conceptual studies on entrepreneurship education in business schools, synthesizing both global and Indian evidence. Guided by PRISMA principles, the review analyzes publication trends, dominant research themes, methodological patterns, and educational outcomes. The findings reveal strong emphasis on experiential learning and consistent positive effects of entrepreneurship education on psychological outcomes such as entrepreneurial mindset, self-efficacy, and intention. However, behavioral outcomes related to entrepreneurial action and venture creation remain underexplored. Comparative analysis highlights contextual differences between developed and emerging economies, particularly in ecosystem maturity and institutional resources. The review identifies key theoretical, methodological, and contextual gaps and proposes a structured future research agenda emphasizing action-oriented outcomes, integrated theoretical frameworks, and longitudinal designs. By consolidating fragmented evidence and incorporating Indian scholarship, this review advances entrepreneurship education research and offers actionable insights for business schools and policymakers seeking to enhance entrepreneurial impact.
Authors: Kumari Vandana, Md. Saifullah Khalid
Language: English
Subfield: Management of Technology and Innovation
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W7140218993