GROUP OF ENTREPRENEURS AND POSSIBLE ENTREPRENEURS OF ACRE: an analysis of entrepreneurial intention

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5752/P.1984-6606.2021v21n58p62-78

Keywords:

Entrepreneurship; Entrepreneurial intention; Cluster Analysis.

Abstract

Objective: the article aims to present the results of a cluster analysis based on the entrepreneurial intention of graduates from a seminar offered by the Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service (SEBRAE). Methodology: The research has an exploratory quantitative approach with the application of 160 electronic forms. Originality / Relevance: This work contributes to the understanding of the Brazilian entrepreneurial movement, by evaluating the characteristics of groups that seek training in entrepreneurial behavior. Results: The main results point to the existence of three groups, cluster 1 is formed by people who do not have company, but which showed a strong predominance of entrepreneurial behaviors, such as taking risks, seeking opportunities and initiative. In cluster 2, these behaviors are not very evident, with a weak demonstration of demand for quality and efficiency. Cluster 3 is formed exclusively by people who already have their own business, but a not very high indication of commitment and search for opportunity. Contributions / implications: The article contributes to a better understanding of the entrepreneurial intention of people seeking training in the area and the offer of courses is better targeted.

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Author Biographies

Bárbara Alessandra Vieira de Brito, Universidade Municipal de São Caetano do Sul - USCS

Possui graduação em Administração de Empresas pela Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas (1994) e mestrado em ADMINISTRAÇÃO pela Universidade Metodista de São Paulo (2018). Atualmente cursa o doutorado em Administração pela Universidade Municipal de São Caetano do Sul. Atua como facilitador e/ou consultor - Serviço de Apoio às Micro e Pequenas Empresas do Acre, TAE - administradora - do Instituto Federal do Acre.

Isabel Cristina dos Santos, Universidade Municipal de São Caetano do Sul - USCS

Pós-Doutorada em Gestão da Inovação Tecnológica e Economia da Inovação (ITA, São José dos Campos, 2010). Doutora em Engenharia (EPUSP, 2004). Mestre em Administração (PUCSP, 1999). Professora do Programa de Pós-Graduação e de Graduação em Administração da Universidade Municipal de São Caetano do Sul (PPGA - USCS). Dedica-se aos estudos no campo da Gestão do Conhecimento e Inovação Tecnológica tendo por objeto as empresas e aglomerações tecnológicas, com ênfase aos fatores condicionantes e competências regionais que propiciam a formação dos sistemas de inovação e de produção.

Published

2021-05-25

How to Cite

Brito, B. A. V. de, Santos, I. C. dos, & Silveira, G. B. (2021). GROUP OF ENTREPRENEURS AND POSSIBLE ENTREPRENEURS OF ACRE: an analysis of entrepreneurial intention. Revista Economia & Gestão, 21(58), 62–78. https://doi.org/10.5752/P.1984-6606.2021v21n58p62-78