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Viswarajan, Nandhini (2024) Influence of government policy on fostering entrepreneurial mindset at the time of economic crisis: comparing Ireland and India. Masters thesis, Dublin, National College of Ireland.
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‘Entrepreneurship’ and ‘economic development’ are the key factors of any developed or developing country in the world. This paper examined policy disparities across countries at different stages of development, focusing on the outcomes and the governments’ critical role in guiding entrepreneurial decisions. A comparative qualitative methodology was adopted, selecting India, an emerging economy with a significant service and manufacturing sector, and Ireland, European Union nation known for its robust business support infrastructure in information and communication technology (ICT) and finance. Employing a qualitative methodology, this study conducted semi-structured interviews with eight entrepreneurs and small-scale business owners from India and Ireland, focusing on how governmental policies during the COVID-19 pandemic had influenced their businesses, with an analysis grounded in international policy impact criteria. Interviews with the entrepreneurs and small-scale business owners from these nations provided insights into the impact of government policies on business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The comparison of India and Ireland showcases diverse entrepreneurial ecosystems and varying policy responses, offering a comprehensive understanding of the international entrepreneurial landscape. Findings suggest that policy decisions are paramount not only for individual entrepreneurial success but are also critical for the collective prosperity of a nation. Recommendations emphasize the need for adept policy-making that equips small-scale businesses to thrive, fostering a favourable environment for new ventures and investments that contribute to economic resilience and growth. This research examines how government policies affected entrepreneurship during the COVID-19 pandemic. It compares the situation in Ireland and India, finding that Ireland's strong business support and pro-entrepreneurship policies helped mitigate the crisis' impact on small businesses. Meanwhile, financial aid, streamlined regulations, and targeted support programs fostered an entrepreneurial spirit even in difficult times.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Masters) |
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| Supervisors: | Name Email Puthineedi, Venu UNSPECIFIED |
| Subjects: | D History General and Old World > DS Asia J Political Science > JA Political science (General) H Social Sciences > Economics H Social Sciences > HB Economic Theory > Entrepreneurship D History General and Old World > DA Great Britain > Ireland |
| Divisions: | School of Business > Master of Science in Entrepreneurship |
| Depositing User: | Ciara O'Brien |
| Date Deposited: | 01 Aug 2025 10:43 |
| Last Modified: | 01 Aug 2025 10:43 |
| URI: | https://norma.ncirl.ie/id/eprint/8407 |
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