Abstract:
This dissertation investigates the influence of entrepreneurial orientation and entrepreneurial
education on entrepreneurial intention. The study focuses on Masvingo Polytechnic as a case
study, utilizing a mixed-methods approach that combines a structured questionnaire and
interviews to gather data from 160 respondents. The structured questionnaire, administered to
all participants, aims to collect quantitative data on participants' EO, their exposure to EE, and
their entrepreneurial intention to engage in entrepreneurial activities. The data collected are
analyzed using descriptive analysis to examine the relationships between the variables and
assess the influence of entrepreneurial orientation and education entrepreneurship Moreover,
individual interviews are conducted with a subset of participants to gather qualitative insights
into their experiences, perceptions, and motivations related to EO, EE and EI. The findings from
the structured questionnaire analysis reveal significant positive correlations between EO and EE
on El. These findings highlight the importance of entrepreneurial education in explaining the
links between individual orientations, and intentions in the entrepreneurial context. The findings
of this study have implications for policymakers, educators, and practitioners in designing
effective entrepreneurship education programs that consider the importance of education
entrepreneurship. By understanding the factors that influence individuals' motivations and
intentions, interventions can be designed to enhance entrepreneurial education and support
aspiring entrepreneurs at Masvingo Polytechnic and beyond
