University Entrepreneurship-Oriented Training in The Transformation of Entrepreneurial Intentions of University Students in Uganda. A Case Study of Uganda Christian University.

Abstract

In the face of today’s landscape of ultra-competitive businesses, modern universities face the ambitious challenge of fostering entrepreneurship, promoting creativity, and nurturing students' aspirations to embark on entrepreneurial ventures. The imperative to contribute to the entrepreneurial spirit has prompted universities to re-evaluate traditional approaches and introduce innovative entrepreneurship programs. This shift is influenced by various factors, including the evolving image of entrepreneurship, individual qualities, environmental considerations, the university's study processes, the study environment, and the overall infrastructure. Recognizing this transformation, the research aims to explore the mediating roles of self-efficacy and learning orientation in the relationship between entrepreneurshiporiented training and the entrepreneurial intentions of students at Uganda Christian University. The study further seeks to determine and compare the multifaceted factors influencing students' intentions to initiate their own businesses within the university context.