Action! Methods to develop entrepreneurship

Abstract

This systematic literature review conference proceeding propose an innovative action research methodology to develop student entrepreneurs' inner-propensities en route to future work-readiness. The research aim is to develop, implement, monitor and investigate a systemic action learning and action research (SALAR) methodology, through the lens of Theory U. The SALAR methodology is given the name SHAPE, which stands for Shifting Hope, Activating Potential Entrepreneurship. Research objectives modulated and changed over time where this conference proceeding present findings on four key objectives. The research findings contribute to new knowledge through a) proposing a SALAR methodology to develop entrepreneurship, b) recommending an action-model to apply the combination of SALAR and Theory U to develop Individual Entrepreneurial Orientation and Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy and c) identification of systemic barriers to youth entrepreneurship.