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Area of Science:

  • Social Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Business Administration

Background:

  • Entrepreneurial traits are crucial for graduate students pursuing entrepreneurship.
  • Existing measurement tools are often context-specific and may not apply globally.
  • A validated scale for assessing graduate student entrepreneurial traits is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a scale for assessing the entrepreneurial traits of graduate students.
  • To identify key dimensions of entrepreneurial traits relevant to graduate students.
  • To provide a measurement tool applicable across different entrepreneurial climates.

Main Methods:

  • Modified Delphi method involving prototype development and two survey rounds.
  • Statistical analyses including descriptive statistics, content validity (I-CVI, S-CVI/Ave, S-CVI/UA), and Kendall's Coefficient of Concordance.
  • Scale development based on Ajzen's theory of planned behavior.

Main Results:

  • A 38-item scale was developed, organized into life philosophy, creating/utilizing mindset, and supportive environment.
  • Statistical analyses confirmed the scale's robustness and validity (e.g., S-CVI/Ave=0.92).
  • Entrepreneurial traits are linked to self-autonomy, resourcefulness, and supportive environments.

Conclusions:

  • The developed scale effectively measures graduate student entrepreneurial traits.
  • Life philosophy, mindset, and environment are critical components of entrepreneurial traits.
  • National policies and university programs significantly influence the development of entrepreneurial traits.