Stimulating Entrepreneurial Activity in a European Context

Reflections on Programs, Courses and Cases

Edited by Sílvia Costa, Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Groningen, Aard Groen, Full Professor of Entrepreneurship and Valorization, University of Groningen, the Netherlands, Francisco Liñán, Full Professor, University of Seville, Spain and Alain Fayolle, Entrepreneurship Professor, IDRAC Business School, France and Visiting Professor, Turku School of Economics, Finland

This incisive book explores entrepreneurial activity and its close relationship with the surrounding context. Through the study of tailored educational approaches, it emphasises programs, interventions and awareness initiatives as a means to stimulate entrepreneurship and highlight both the commonalities underlying entrepreneurial activity in general, and the unique characteristics of each specific context.

‘This book presents interesting approaches to stimulate entrepreneurship activities in different contexts. It constitutes an excellent example of a European tradition in entrepreneurship education – novel insights, provocative arguments, and critical reflections. It’s a must for all who want to become inspired by contemporary debate and reflections within the field.’
——汉斯Landstrom,隆德大学ersity, Sweden

‘Entrepreneurship education in Europe is experiencing rapid growth, and the release of the book Stimulating Entrepreneurial Activity in a European Context: Reflections on Programs, Courses, and Cases addresses a critical need within this evolving field. This edited volume offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate interplay between entrepreneurship education and its contextual surroundings. Edited by distinguished scholars Sílvia Costa, Aard Groen, Francisco Liñán, and Alain Fayolle, this book provides profound insights into the multifaceted and context-driven nature of entrepreneurial endeavors across Europe. It stands as an essential read for a diverse audience encompassing researchers, educators, and policymakers. The book not only underscores the profound influence of context on the entrepreneurial landscape but also encourages readers to reflect on their own roles in shaping the field of entrepreneurship education. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of entrepreneurship in a European context.’
– Susana C. Santos, Florida State University, US

‘Context in entrepreneurship education relates to understanding entrepreneurship in different cultures and environments but also to addressing the contextual difference of its sub-disciplines. This book covers both, which makes it a very relevant and up-to-date discussion on how to present the context through which research findings are interpreted.’
– Agnieszka Kurczewska, University of Lodz, Poland