Entrepreneurial Orientation and SME Performance in Developing Economies

Authors

  • Dr. Samuel Okeke Department of Management, University of Lagos, Nigeria

Keywords:

Entrepreneurial orientation, SMEs, innovation, business performance, developing economies

Abstract

This paper examines how entrepreneurial orientation (EO)—comprising innovativeness, risk-taking, and proactiveness—affects the performance of SMEs in developing economies. Using survey data from 500 SMEs in Africa and South Asia, the study finds that a strong EO positively correlates with market share growth, profitability, and competitive advantage. Policy recommendations include entrepreneurship training programs and supportive financing mechanisms.

Published

30-06-2016

How to Cite

Dr. Samuel Okeke. “Entrepreneurial Orientation and SME Performance in Developing Economies”. The Sankalpa: International Journal of Management Decisions, vol. 2, no. 1, June 2016, pp. 36-45, https://www.thesankalpa.org/ijmd/article/view/14.

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2016): January - June 2016

Section

Original Articles

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