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 Volume 10, Issue 11 (November 2023), Pages: 35-41

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 Original Research Paper

The empowering influence of applied colleges on entrepreneurial success in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

 Author(s): 

 Eisa Sneitan Alrasheedi 1, *, Benayan Bani Alrasheedy 2

 Affiliation(s):

 1Department of English, College of Arts, University of Ha’il, Ha’il, Saudi Arabia
 2Department of Psychology, College of Education, University of Ha’il, Ha’il, Saudi Arabia

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  Corresponding author's ORCID profile: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4314-5528

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 https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2023.11.005

 Abstract

This study examines the transformative role that applied colleges play in fostering entrepreneurial performance. The study methodically surveyed 356 students currently enrolled in the Applied College of the University of Ha'il. Contrary to previous research, the findings reveal a crucial difference, suggesting that social class has an insignificant impact on entrepreneurial intentions, while self-confidence emerges as a paramount determinant. This disparity is due to the distinctive educational methodologies employed in applied colleges, including hands-on instruction, mentorship initiatives, workshops, and experiential learning opportunities, which collectively foster self-confidence. Notably, the survey results reveal a compelling statistic: 75% of female students in applied colleges demonstrate empowerment and cultivate entrepreneurial aspirations. The hands-on approach to entrepreneurship education empowers them to recognize their importance in the business landscape, thereby contributing to the improvement of Saudi Arabia's economic development. In addition, a remarkable 67.3% of students demonstrate a willingness to collaborate with peers of the opposite sex in entrepreneurial ventures, indicating a mature blend of social and economic acumen among applied university students. Furthermore, this study highlights the critical role of applied colleges in bridging the gap between theoretical academic knowledge and practical business acumen. By immersing students in authentic experiences and simulations that reflect the demands of the business world, applied colleges successfully equip them to address real-world business challenges, thereby mitigating potential pitfalls in commercial and agricultural projects.

 © 2023 The Authors. Published by IASE.

 This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/).

 Keywords

 Applied colleges, Entrepreneurial performance, Self-confidence, Empowerment, Practical business acumen, University of Ha'il

 Article history

 Received 19 June 2023, Received in revised form 11 October 2023, Accepted 18 October 2023

 Funding 

This research has been funded by Dr. Nasser Al-Rasheed Scientific Chair for Future Pioneers, the Scientific Research Chair at the University of Haʼil, Saudi Arabia through project number “SCR-22 033.” The authors would like to express their gratitude to the Scientific Research Chair at the University of Haʼil for funding this study.

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No Acknowledgment.

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 Conflict of interest: The author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.

 Citation:

 Alrasheedi ES and Alrasheedy BB (2023). The empowering influence of applied colleges on entrepreneurial success in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences, 10(11): 35-41

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