Adaptive perception of entrepreneurial skills: Changing the narratives in administrative functionalities of education administrators in Nigerian tertiary institutions

Economy 2026 Open access

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Authors: Emmanuel Taiwo Akinola, AKINOLA Enoch Oluwakayode, OBAMOYEGUN Idowu Remi, Akinola-Taiwo Lincoln Daniel
DOI: 10.20448/economy.v13i1.8283
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Abstract

This study investigates the adaptive perception of entrepreneurial skills among education administrators in tertiary institutions in Ondo State, Nigeria, examining their impact on administrative effectiveness. Amid global shifts towards entrepreneurial governance in higher education, Nigerian institutions face unique challenges, including funding deficits and bureaucratic constraints. Utilizing a mixed-method approach, including surveys and interviews, the research analyzes data from 278 administrators across federal, state, and private universities and polytechnics. Findings reveal a significant positive correlation between entrepreneurial skills and institutional efficiency (r=0.72, p

Fields of Study & Subjects

Higher Education Governance and Development African Education and Politics Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences

Publication details

Journal / source
Economy
Volume
13
Issue
1
Pages
33–43
Publication date
6 March 2026
Language
EN