Impact Of College Entrepreneurship Clubs on Entrepreneurial Journey of Undergraduate Students in Kerala

Entrepreneurship is essential for the promotion of economic development and expansion. To advance entrepreneurship education and assist in the establishment of successful businesses, it is imperative to investigate the factors that influence the interests and characteristics of undergraduate students in entrepreneurship. Currently, college students are driving mass entrepreneurship in India. This phenomenon, which can be efficiently enhanced by students through entrepreneurship clubs or cells, has become a critical problem requiring immediate attention. This study investigates the effects of various forms of entrepreneurship education, such as theoretical, practical, and ambient education, through entrepreneurship clubs, using entrepreneurship education as an indication of the influence of entrepreneurial intention. Entrepreneurship clubs have affected student self-efficacy and intentionality, enhanced employability and social learning, and increased student learning outcomes in entrepreneurship and simulated entrepreneurial learning. In terms of entrepreneurial learning students’ engagement in clubs and societies provides enhanced opportunities for ‘learn by doing’ through action and experience. The data show that increased action leads to reflective practice and that social learning is important. This paper highlights the capacity of entrepreneurship education to simulate entrepreneurial learning, illustrating the value of entrepreneurship clubs and societies and explaining why students engage in them. This study offers guidance and recommendations to teachers who counsel student-run entrepreneurial organizations. Finally, it clarifies how student clubs have grown, their significance in learning, and advisors' role in assisting them.