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Examining the Contribution of Entrepreneurial Education Programs and Entrepreneurial Human Capital on Small and Medium Enterprises Perceived Business Performance in the United Arab Emirates, UAE: The Mediating Role of Absorptive Capacity

verfasst von : Hatem Khalil

Erschienen in: Technology and Business Model Innovation: Challenges and Opportunities

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Abstract

This study investigates the impact of entrepreneurial education and human capital on Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the UAE, with a focus on their performance within the context of constraints that often hinder survival and innovation. It emphasizes the significance of entrepreneurial education and prior entrepreneurial experience for SME founders and employees, highlighting their role in skill acquisition and proficiency development. Additionally, the research underscores how human capital enhances absorptive capacity, enabling SMEs to effectively leverage external knowledge.
Employing a hybrid methodology that combines quantitative and qualitative data sources, the study provides a comprehensive understanding of the intricate mechanisms governing SME strategy implementation, serving as a model for future SME strategy research. This research advances our comprehension of business strategy by exploring the interplay between entrepreneurial education, human capital, and SME performance in the UAE, with a focus on the mediating role of absorptive capacity. The findings offer practical implications for SMEs, educators, and policymakers, promoting enhanced entrepreneurial capabilities, innovation, and competitiveness. However, limitations such as potential response bias and limited generalizability highlight the need for future longitudinal research.

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Metadaten
Titel
Examining the Contribution of Entrepreneurial Education Programs and Entrepreneurial Human Capital on Small and Medium Enterprises Perceived Business Performance in the United Arab Emirates, UAE: The Mediating Role of Absorptive Capacity
verfasst von
Hatem Khalil
Copyright-Jahr
2024
Buch
Technology and Business Model Innovation: Challenges and Opportunities

Print ISBN: 978-3-031-55910-5

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-55911-2

Copyright-Jahr: 2024

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-55911-2_45

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