Antecedents and boundary conditions of entrepreneurial intentions: perspective of theory of planned behaviour

Purpose This paper aims to examine the effects of perceived desirability for entrepreneurship (PDE) and self-efficacy (PSE) on entrepreneurial intentions (EI) business students, with moderation effect knowledge (EK) in context theory planned behaviour. Design/methodology/approach We used a self-administered survey 200 students registered schools Pakistani universities. The causal association between variables was estimated through SmartPLS by using hierarchal linear modelling. Findings study findings indicate that PDE PSE significantly influence EIs. Furthermore, EK strengthens nexus EIs Those who had already acquired exhibited venture were more inclined towards if they some vice versa. Research limitations/implications reveals model is needed configure students’ goals motivations. Also, new education programmes will help acquire startups. Further implications are also discussed. Originality/value research fills gap moderating role PDE, EIs, which has remained untouched educational sector.