Authors: Shiroka-Pula J. Krasniqi B.A.
Year: 2019
This chapter discusses the entrepreneurial education and entrepreneurial intentions in Kosovo. The study employs the data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) survey (2014) and OECD’s SME policy index (2016) to evaluate and compare entrepreneurship education in Kosovo in the regional and global context.
The findings suggest that Kosovo is ranked lowest in terms of entrepreneurial education in Western Balkans. Study also shows that even though the perceived capability among students is high, there are low entrepreneurial intentions. The study urges the need for more proactive and tailored made policy measures to support entrepreneurial education, at all level of education.
Taking into account limitations, the study ends with some policy proposals focusing on encouraging creativity, experiential-based learning, or personal initiative and to pay more attention on the setting up of new businesses. Provision of business support services by educational institutions such as incubation infrastructure, funding for start-ups, and business mentoring is needed to promote entrepreneurship as a career choice.