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Evaluating the Role of Entrepreneurship Education in Shaping Female College Students’ Career Choices in China: A Multidimensional Analysis

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  • Shuanglei Sun

    (Institute of China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 310030, China)

  • Xiaoya Zhang

    (Institute of China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 310030, China)

  • Lei Zhao

    (Institute of China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 310030, China)

  • Yajing Bu

    (Institute of China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 310030, China)

Abstract

This study examines the influence of entrepreneurship education on the career choices of female college students in China, focusing on four dimensions: courses, competitions, practices, and policy initiatives. Drawing on human capital and stereotype threat theories, the research analyzes data from 24,508 female students across 31 provinces to assess whether these educational factors would affect female entrepreneurship. The results indicate that courses and competitions play a critical role in promoting entrepreneurial career decisions, while practices and policy initiatives have a more limited effect. These findings highlight the need for targeted approaches to enhance female entrepreneurship education. The study provides actionable insights for policymakers and educators aiming to design effective programs that foster women’s entrepreneurship, especially in developing economies.

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  • Shuanglei Sun & Xiaoya Zhang & Lei Zhao & Yajing Bu, 2025. "Evaluating the Role of Entrepreneurship Education in Shaping Female College Students’ Career Choices in China: A Multidimensional Analysis," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(18), pages 1-15, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:17:y:2025:i:18:p:8104-:d:1745459
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