This study examines Turkey’s endeavours to become a more entrepreneurial country especially since it became a candidate country to the EU. The case of the EU, in particular the policies and programmes regarding entrepreneurship at the union level, sets a great example for Turkey. The study shows how Turkish entrepreneurship policies get inspired and also encouraged by the EU and provides a comparison of entrepreneurial activity and culture between Turkey and the EU. Finally, the thesis concludes with Turkey’s entrepreneurial progress and the areas that still need further improvement.
Chapters of this thesis are designed to answer some particular question. The first chapter aims to present the definition and the importance of entrepreneurship. In addition, the cultural effects of entrepreneurship are explained with reference to
Hofstede’s cultural dimensions. Also, implications of these dimensions are used to compare the European culture to the Turkish culture in the first chapter. Moreover, as the support mechanisms of entrepreneurship are highly focused in the following two chapters since they show how Turkey and the EU handle entrepreneurship. The second chapter explains the support mechanisms of the EU and the third chapter explains that of Turkey. The fourth chapter provides a thorough comparison of entrepreneurial activity in the EU and Turkey by referring to facts and figures. Research methodology is mostly based on literature review. The EC documents are vastly used and examined in a way to provide up-to-date information about entrepreneurship. Since studying such a novel concept is a rather recent endeavour, online resources constitute a big part of reference for this thesis.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1. INTRODUCTION
- 2. ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN GENERAL
- 2.1. What is Entrepreneurship?
- 2.2. What is the Importance of Entrepreneurship?
- 2.3. What Are the Cultural Factors that Affect Entrepreneurship?
- 3. HOW DOES THE EU SUPPORT ENTREPRENEURSHIP?
- 3.1.Entrepreneurship 2020 Action Plan
- 3.2.Small Business Act
- 3.3.Competitiveness of Enterprises and Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
- 3.4.Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs
- 3.5.Entrepreneurship Education
- 3.6.Your Europe Business Portal
- 3.7.Enterprise Europe Network
- 3.8.SME Internationalisation Portal
- 3.9.Business Angels
- 3.10.Access to Finance Portal
- 3.11.European Structural & Investment Funds
- 3.12.Horizon 2020
- 4. HOW DOES TURKEY SUPPORT ENTREPRENEURSHIP?
- 4.1.The 10th Development Plan of Turkey
- 4.2.The Turkish Council of Entrepreneurship
- 4.3 Entrepreneurship Education
- 4.4. Entrepreneurship Training Programmes of KOSGEB
- 4.5.TÜBİTAK's Role in Entrepreneurship
- 4.6.Access to Finance
- 4.7.R&D and Innovation Support
- 4.8.Incubators and Accelerators
- 4.9. Entrepreneurship Networks
- 4.10.International Entrepreneurship Centre
- 4.11.Reward Mechanism
- 4.12. Turkey's Place in the EU's Entrepreneurship Policy and Programmes
- 5. AN OVERVIEW OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE EU AND TURKEY.
- 5.1.Situation of SMEs
- 5.2.Entrepreneurship
- 5.3. Female Entrepreneurship
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This master's thesis examines the role of entrepreneurship in the European Union (EU) and Turkey, with a specific focus on Turkey's journey towards becoming a more entrepreneurial country. The work aims to provide a comparative analysis of entrepreneurial ecosystems and support mechanisms in both regions, considering the EU's experience as a case study. By examining best practices, challenges, and opportunities, the thesis seeks to shed light on key factors that contribute to fostering a dynamic and thriving entrepreneurial landscape in Turkey.
- Entrepreneurship as a driver of economic growth and social development
- Comparative analysis of entrepreneurial ecosystems in the EU and Turkey
- Impact of cultural factors on entrepreneurial activity
- Role of government policies and support mechanisms in fostering entrepreneurship
- Challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurship in Turkey
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the topic of entrepreneurship, outlining the scope and objectives of the study. Chapter 2 explores the concept of entrepreneurship in general, discussing its definition, importance, and the influence of cultural factors on entrepreneurial behavior. Chapter 3 delves into the EU's support for entrepreneurship, analyzing various initiatives and programs designed to promote entrepreneurial activity, such as the Entrepreneurship 2020 Action Plan, the Small Business Act, and the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs program.
Chapter 4 focuses on Turkey's approach to entrepreneurship, examining its policies, programs, and initiatives aimed at fostering an entrepreneurial culture. This includes analyzing the role of government agencies like KOSGEB and TÜBİTAK, exploring access to finance options, and discussing the importance of R&D and innovation support. Chapter 5 offers a comparative overview of entrepreneurship in the EU and Turkey, highlighting the current state of SMEs, entrepreneurial activity, and the specific challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in both regions.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of this master's thesis include entrepreneurship, EU, Turkey, entrepreneurial ecosystem, SME development, government support, policy analysis, innovation, and cultural factors.
- Quote paper
- Ugur Ugurlu (Author), 2016, Entrepreneurship in the EU and Turkey. Turkey’s Pathway to Becoming a More Entrepreneurial Country After Considering the Case of the EU, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/946582
