The Level of Awareness Among University Youth Regarding the Role of Entrepreneurship in Achieving Economic and Social Balance

Abstract

Objectives: The study aimed to explore the level of awareness among university youth regarding the role of entrepreneurship in achieving economic and social balance in Emirati society. Methods: The descriptive analytical method was adopted, and data were collected from 365 individuals using a questionnaire as a data collection tool. Results: showed a high level of awareness among university youth regarding the role of entrepreneurship in achieving economic and social balance in Emirati society. Specifically, the opinions of students at Ajman University in the United Arab Emirates regarding the role of entrepreneurship in achieving economic and social balance were also high. Furthermore, the results indicated no statistical differences in the responses of the sample participants concerning the level of awareness among university youth of entrepreneurship and its role in achieving economic and social balance, attributed to gender and academic year variables. However, there were statistically significant differences between scientific and humanities colleges regarding this aspect, as the significance level was less than 0.05. recommended: assisting students in initiating entrepreneurial projects that contribute to economic and social development and achieve economic and social balance. It also suggested overcoming any obstacles that hinder the knowledge and practice of entrepreneurship.