The Influence of Psychosocial Factors on Entrepreneurial Quality among Graduate Entrepreneurs

AbstractThis study investigates the influence of psychosocial factors (social support, work experience and mentoring) on entrepreneurial quality among graduate entrepreneurs. In order to gain sustainable growth, entrepreneurial quality is viewed as a crucial factor which affects the business potential such as in overcoming barriers as well as increasing the business survival (Darroch & Clover, 2005). PLS analysis shows that in terms of the relationship between construct, the findings revealed that the psychosocial factors of social support and mentoring influenced the development of entrepreneurial quality among graduate entrepreneurs. Therefore, several ways are suggested in fostering entrepreneurial quality among graduate entrepreneur