Abstract

This research aims to analyze the determinants of the probability of youth in Kosovo becoming nascent entrepreneurs. Kosovo, a young nation with a youth demographic and post-conflict socio-economic challenges, presents a unique context for studying entrepreneurship. The study focuses on the impact of both demographic and perceptual characteristics of the youth on their entrepreneurial orientation. The empirical analysis combines secondary data with primary data collected through an online survey targeting the youth of Kosovo, aged 18-29. It assesses the impact of various factors, including gender, educational background, household income, entrepreneurial experience, and perceptual variables like opportunity perception, fear of failure, self-efficacy, and knowing other entrepreneurs on the probability of becoming nascent entrepreneurs. The findings reveal that gender significantly influences the probability of being a nascent entrepreneur, with women showing a lower propensity towards entrepreneurship. Previous entrepreneurial experience is positively correlated with entrepreneurial plans. Among perceptual variables, opportunity perception and knowing other entrepreneurs positively impact entrepreneurial inclination, while fear of failure shows varying impact across model specifications. The study emphasizes the need for policy interventions, particularly in educational programs, to address the gender gap in entrepreneurship and foster an environment conducive to youth entrepreneurship in Kosovo. It also highlights the importance of programs focusing on mentorship and networking opportunities in enhancing entrepreneurial intentions among the youth. Future studies could further explore institutional factors and incorporate more diverse data collection methods to provide better insight into nascent entrepreneurship in post-conflict societies.

Publication Date

7-2024

Document Type

Senior Project

Student Type

Undergraduate

Advisor

Venera Demukaj

Advisor/Committee Member

Kamal Shahrabi

Advisor/Committee Member

Mrika Kotorri

Campus

RIT Kosovo

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