Optimizing Leadership Mindset in the Society 5.0 Era: Implementation of Entrepreneurial Education and Talent Management for College Students

Research Aims: This study aims to enhance the Leadership Mindset among college students in the Society 5.0 era by examining the role of Entrepreneurial Education and Talent Management. Specifically, it investigates how these educational and managerial strategies can foster innovation, collaboration, and creativity—competencies required for effective leadership in an era characterized by the integration of advanced digital technologies like AI and IoT into daily life. Design/methodology/approach: The research employed a quantitative approach, surveying 340 students from various higher education institutions (HEIs) in West Java, Indonesia. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) with Lisrel 8.8. This methodological approach enables rigorous testing of the relationships among Entrepreneurial Education, Talent Management, and students’ Leadership Mindset. `Research Findings: The findings reveal that Entrepreneurial Education has a significant and positive effect on developing a Leadership Mindset among students. Additionally, Talent Management also contributes positively to leadership development, although its impact is slightly less pronounced than that of Entrepreneurial Education. Together, these factors play a crucial role in preparing students to adapt and thrive in the rapidly evolving environment of Society 5.0. Theoretical Contribution/Originality: This study contributes to the existing literature by providing empirical evidence on the interplay between Entrepreneurial Education, Talent Management, and Leadership Mindset in the context of Society 5.0, which remains underexplored. The originality lies in its focus on integrating human resource development and entrepreneurship education to shape future leaders who can harness digital advancements for societal benefit. It offers a novel perspective for educators and policymakers to design curricula and talent strategies aligned with the demands of a technology-driven society. Keywords: college student, entrepreneurial education, leadership mindset, society 5.0, talent management