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Knowledge-based dimensions in Entrepreneurship Education (EE): modelling and practices

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  • Antonio Lerro

    (University of Basilicata)

  • Francesco Santarsiero

    (University of Basilicata)

  • Ciro Troise

    (University of Turin)

  • Giovanni Schiuma

    (LUM University)

  • Daniela Carlucci

    (University of Basilicata)

Abstract

Entrepreneurship Education (EE) recently emerged as a relevant factor in fostering entrepreneurial dynamics. Accordingly, scholars and practitioners have widely acknowledged that the exploration and exploitation of knowledge-based dimensions strongly influence the effectiveness of EE. Despite this, a holistic knowledge-based perspective about EE is still missing. To fill this gap, this paper first identifies and categorizes the potential knowledge-based dimensions grounding EE and then provides a set of case studies to show the theoretical framework's application to current real EE programming. The paper combines deductive and inductive approaches. After elaborating a conceptual framework identifying the potential knowledge-based dimensions for EE, it is tested and applied in three real EE programs developed in Italy and in Finland. The study elaborates a dedicated conceptual framework and identifies the potential knowledge asset dimensions grounding EE programs. Then, a multiple case-study analysis enriches the proposed conceptual arguments with empirical evidence. This paper contributes to developing the literature on EE according to a knowledge- based perspective.

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  • Antonio Lerro & Francesco Santarsiero & Ciro Troise & Giovanni Schiuma & Daniela Carlucci, 2025. "Knowledge-based dimensions in Entrepreneurship Education (EE): modelling and practices," International Entrepreneurship and Management Journal, Springer, vol. 21(1), pages 1-28, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:intemj:v:21:y:2025:i:1:d:10.1007_s11365-024-01050-9
    DOI: 10.1007/s11365-024-01050-9
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