Overview
Explains theoretical and empirical processes for youth entrepreneurs to succeed
Discusses the enablers and barriers that youth entrepreneurs might face
Examines the journey of self-development of youth entrepreneurs in a university ecosystem
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About this book
Addressing the theoretical and practical gaps in our knowledge around develo** internal and external domains of youth entrepreneurship, the book places particular emphasis on South Africa, but offers insights and implications that can be applied far beyond our borders. It makes the case that it is possible to develop internal domains through various models. These models include ‘shifting hope activating potential entrepreneurship’ (SHAPE), ‘youth entrepreneur support’ (YES), and ‘systemic action learning and action research’ (SALAR). Validated through a series of assessments, these models were created as a basis for the development and application of a youth entrepreneurship ecosystem for university students.
The study presented in this book describes the development of a youth entrepreneur support network to sustain Individual Entrepreneurial Orientation development among students. It provides insights into a framework and model that can be simulated at other institutions, organisations and youth entrepreneurship development programmes.
A useful resource for academics and post-graduate students, the book provides valuable insights on how to develop, implement, apply and monitor new models and best practices to support youth entrepreneurs’ journey on route to entrepreneurial action.
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Table of contents (10 chapters)
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Front Matter
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Connecting Systems
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An Empirical Case Study from Theory to Practice: Develo**, Implementing and Monitoring the SHAPE Youth Entrepreneur Support (YES) Network
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Back Matter
Authors and Affiliations
About the author
Professor Thea van der Westhuizen (PhD) is an entrepreneur and academic at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, founded SHAPE. Recognized at The Innovative Youth Incubator Awards, she advocates for sustainability and youth empowerment. With a rich history of impactful collaborations, she's a driving force in entrepreneurship.
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Youth Entrepreneurship
Book Subtitle: An Ecosystem Theory for Young Entrepreneurs in South Africa and Beyond
Authors: Thea van der Westhuizen
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-44339-8
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan Cham
eBook Packages: Business and Management, Business and Management (R0)
Copyright Information: University of Kwazulu-Natal 2023
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-031-44338-1Published: 31 October 2023
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-031-44341-1Due: 14 November 2024
eBook ISBN: 978-3-031-44339-8Published: 30 October 2023
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XXXV, 339
Number of Illustrations: 7 b/w illustrations, 65 illustrations in colour
Topics: Entrepreneurship