Cultural intelligence, entrepreneurial intentions and the moderating role of the institutional environment

Purpose Entrepreneurial intentions have traditionally been linked to an entrepreneur's personal ability take advantage of opportunities. Yet, entrepreneurs' perceptions contextual factors, which extend beyond one's control, deserve equal attention. This paper looks at the role played by cultural intelligence and institutional environment in shaping entrepreneurial intentions. Design/methodology/approach The mediating were studied quantitatively analyzing 224 young potential entrepreneurs who had participated a business plan competition. study used cross-sectional data, developing original full collinearity assessment approach check for any common method bias. Findings reveals positive relationship between Likewise, favorable tend increase probability engaging entrepreneurship further strengthen effect on Originality/value provides holistic view entrepreneur context ventures are created, explaining based evidence drawn from country. contributes critical reflection environmental factors antecedents