Explaining relationships of the components of entrepreneurial human resources competences in the Islamic Azad Universities of Tehran province

Authors
bahador Khorshidi 1
Mahbube abdoldhi 2
shogra afkaneh 3
1 PhD student of Educational Management, Department of Educational Sciences, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Roudehen, Iran
2 Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Sciences, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Roudehen, Iran
3 Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Sciences, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Roudehen, Ira
10.61838/KMAN.IRPHE.31.4.7
Abstract
Competence is essential for the growth of any business. Among other factors, it relies on the creativity and innovation of employees. This study aims to investigate the relationships between the indicators and components influencing the competencies of entrepreneurial human resources in the Azad Universities of Tehran province. In terms of purpose, the study is applied and exploratory. Data collection method followed a mixed method (quantitative and qualitative). The qualitative data was gathered through expert interviews using the Delphi method, while the quantitative data was obtained through a researcher-designed questionnaire. , In the qualitative phase, 12 specialists and experts in the field of entrepreneurial human resources competencies were selected, whereas in the quantitative phase, 370 individuals participated by completing the questionnaire. For qualitative analysis, the grounded theory method was applied using MAXQDA software. In the quantitative phase, both descriptive and inferential methods were employed. SPSS and Smart PLS software was used for conducting factor analysis and a single-sample t-test. The findings indicate a significant difference between the current and the desired states of entrepreneurial human resource competencies. The study identifies  thirteen key components for explaining these competencies  categorized into five domains: Technical domain (general knowledge, professional knowledge); Managerial domain (human resource management, operational management, leadership style, and company management); Personal domain (personality traits, interpersonal skills, entrepreneurial spirit); Environmental domain (environmental and equipment recognition, recruitment process),;Consulting and training domain (entrepreneurial education, entrepreneurial education methods, and development of entrepreneurial skills). Considering the growing challenges of education and training that universities face and the competitiveness among universities in attracting students, it is crucial to reassess the competencies of entrepreneurial human resources to support the comprehensive growth and development of universities. As the higher education system in Islamic Azad Universities continue to evolve, addressing these competencies remains vital.

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  • Receive Date 04 October 2024
  • Revise Date 14 February 2025
  • Accept Date 12 May 2025
  • Publish Date 01 December 2025