JJEM: Special Edition 1 (December 2023)
JJEM: Special Edition 1 (December 2023)
2023-12-08
Barriers to Entrepreneurial Impulse: A Study on Commerce and Management Female Students
Dr. Mamatha S M and Ms. Chaitra S T
This abstract explores the complex dynamics surrounding the work-life balance of women, Shedding light on the challenges they face, the strategies they adopt, and the broader implications for their well-being and the society at large. Women continue to encounter multifaceted challenges in balancing their careers with familial responsibilities. Gender disparities persist in the workforce, leading to unequal pay, limited career progression, and insufficient support system for working mothers. Societal expectations often perpetuate the notion that women are primarily responsible for caregiving, adding to the burden of managing professional and domestic roles. These challenges can result in increased stress, reduced job satisfaction, and overall dissatisfaction with life. To navigate these obstacles, women employ various coping mechanisms and strategies to achieve a semblance of work-life equilibrium. Flexible work arrangements, such as telecommuting and compressed workweeks, provide opportunities for women to accommodate personal and professional commitments more effectively. Additionally, cultivating strong support networks, including family, colleagues, and communities, contributes to mitigating the challenges associated with maintaining work-life balance. Implementing self-care practices, including mindfulness techniques, exercise routines, and leisure activities, also plays a vital role in fostering resilience and enhancing overall well-being. The implication of achieving a sustainable work-life balance for women are far-reaching, influencing their mental and physical health, career progression, and overall life satisfaction. Organisations that prioritize, societal awareness and advocacy for gender equality, coupled with policy interventions that promote work-life integration, are imperative for creating a more conducive environment for women to thrive professionally and personally.
Entrepreneurship has become a pervasive and essential concept in both macroeconomic and individual contexts. It is recognized as a vital driver of economic growth, particularly in developing countries, where it can mitigate unemployment and stimulate innovation. However, there remains a persistent global gender disparity in entrepreneurship aspiration, highlighting the need for continued efforts to promote inclusivity and equal opportunities inthis field. This study focuses on identifying the forbidding barriers that cease female students from embarking on entrepreneurial pursuits within commerce and management education. Employing a mixed-methods approach encompassing exploratory and descriptive research, primary data was gathered from a sample of 30 female students through structured questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS software, including a one-sample t-test to assess the significance of differences in responses. The findings demonstrated the profound significance of personal, practical, and gender-based obstacles in discouraging female students from venturing into the world of entrepreneurship.