The Link Between Demographic Variables And Entrepreneurship Intentions In Ghana

Abstract

The aim of the research is to contribute to the body of knowledge in the area of entrepreneurial intention by examining the relationship between demographic variables and students' intention to be entrepreneurs after graduation. The study is based on quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectional survey design. The sample size for the study is 136 comprising 94 males and 42 females. Respondents were selected by convenience sample method. Self-designed questionnaire was used to collect primary data during lecture periods. Data were analysed using percentages, frequencies, cross-tabulation and chi-square test. Results indicated significantly relationship among demographic variables and entrepreneurial intention; motivators for intention and obstacles to setting up one's firm. The sample size should be increased in future research by including respondents from the public and private universities and other departments in the study area. Entrepreneurial education must be introduced into all programmes of study at the tertiary level. Causal studies are worth doing in future studies.