Exploring the Role of Perceived Behavioural Control in  Shaping the Intentions of Zambian Entrepreneurs

Kayula Siame

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i05.6999

Exploring the Role of Perceived Behavioural Control in Shaping the Intentions of Zambian Entrepreneurs

Author(s)	Kayula Siame
Country	Zambia
Abstract	Purpose:This paper examines the influence of perceived behavioural control on the entrepreneurial intentions of Zambian entrepreneurs using the Theory of Planned Behaviour. Established entrepreneurs, were used as study subjects, due to the need to assess the effect of practical entrepreneurial competences gained from years of experience on subsequent intentions. Design/methodology/approach: A quantitative survey approach was used to collect primary data from 223 established entrepreneurs, selected by random sampling method. The questions measured self-efficacy and a self- administered questionnaire was used. Data was collected and SPSS was used for data analysis from which descriptive statistics and regression analysis was obtained. Findings:The findings revealed that perceived behavioural control (self-efficacy to be exact) is a strong predictor (β = .146, t = 2.237, p = .032) of the entrepreneurial intentions of established entrepreneurs in Zambia. This significantly positive result was attributed to entrepreneurs’ own practical entrepreneurial competences. Research limitations/implications:. In the study only a few measuring items were captured included in the research instrument to capture the respondents’ perceptions. Future research could adopt a broader and standard conceptualisation of PBC to further explore additional dynamic between PBC and entrepreneurial intentions. Practical implications: Entrepreneurial competences (gained through practice or formal training) are pivotal in fostering entrepreneurship development. This knowledge will provide deeper insights to policymakers, educators and stakeholders work to develop entrepreneurial educational policies and strategies aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial mindsets in the country. Originality/value:The study conributes research knowledge to existing literature about on the efficacy of Perceived behavioural Control in predicting entrepreneurial intentions among
Keywords	Entrepreneurial intentions, Theory of Planned Behaviour, Perceived Behavioural Control
Field	Business Administration
Published In	Volume 5, Issue 5, September-October 2023
Published On	2023-09-29
Cite This	Exploring the Role of Perceived Behavioural Control in Shaping the Intentions of Zambian Entrepreneurs - Kayula Siame - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 5, September-October 2023. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i05.6999
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i05.6999
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gstc8z

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