Comparative analysis of entrepreneurial intention models: Self-efficacy versus entrepreneurial characteristics

Abstract Purpose: The purpose of this research is to analyze whether self-efficacy and entrepreneurial characteristics (e.g., risk-taking, planning, opportunity recognition, persistence, sociability, innovation, leadership) differ in the explanation intention models, having education as a moderator relationships. Originality/value: This paper offers an in-depth perspective on which behavioral fit best into models helps fill theoretical practical gap need for university increase its positive impact human capital, particularly students’ professional skills, demonstrating are most impacted by education. Design/methodology/approach: Quantitative methodology was employed, data were analyzed with structural equation modeling. sample consisted 1,004 Brazilian students from public private universities. conducted non-probabilistic way convenience sample. In order address hypothesis objectives, all constructs adapted relevant literature entrepreneurship. Findings: results indicate it seems more appropriate use set when investigating model if you looking higher explanatory factor robust model; also, represent sensitive model, brings accurate assessments factors that affect intention. With these findings, can be planned shape certain through actions environment, making possible measure