Factors of the Theory of Planned Behavior and Resilience in Entrepreneurial Intention: SEM Evidence from Peruvian College Students

Nolasco-Mamani M.A.; Vidaurre S.M.E.; Cardona-Reyes H.; Acra-Despradel C.; Nuñez-Flores C.; Ponce-Aranibar M.D.P. · TEM Journal (2026) · DOI: 10.18421/tem152-32

Resumen

Entrepreneurship is a key driver of economic expansion, particularly in developing nations such as Peru. In this context, the entrepreneurial intentions of university students are decisive for launching innovative enterprises. This study examines how the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) constructs attitude, subjective norms and perceived behavioural control together with resilience, shape the entrepreneurial intentions of Peruvian undergraduates. A quantitative design with Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) assessed these variables in a sample of 382 students from southern Peru. Findings show that attitude and resilience are the strongest predictors of entrepreneurial intention, whereas subjective norms and perceived behavioural control contribute positively but less substantially. The model explains 42% of the variance in entrepreneurial intention and displays acceptable goodness-of-fit indicators. These results broaden the application of the TPB by incorporating resilience as an additional explanatory factor in the context of an emerging economy. In addition, the results provide practical information for universities and public managers seeking to strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems and promote attitudes and resilience in university students.

Instituciones: Universidad Privada de Tacna; Universidad Católica de Santa María