Knowledge-based Entrepreneurship Development Model Based on the Characteristics of Entrepreneurs' Social Networks

Subject Areas : Business Management

Seyed Mohammad Razi Majd Mohammadi ¹ , Vahid Pourshahabi ² , Ali Payan ³

1 - Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Management, Zahedan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Zahedan, Iran
2 - Assistant Prof., Department of Management, Zahedan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Zahedan, Iran
3 - Associate Prof., Department of Mathematics, Zahedan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Zahedan, Iran

Received: 2024-10-26 Accepted : 2025-03-01 Published : 2025-03-14

Keywords: Knowledge-based Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurs' Social Network, Data-based Theory, Science and Technology Park. ,

Abstract :

This research aims to develop a theoretical and applied model that encompasses the dimensions and components of knowledge-based entrepreneurship development based on the characteristics of entrepreneurs’ social networks. To achieve this goal, the grounded theory method was used, through which the lived experience of entrepreneurs in the growth centers and science and technology parks of Sistan and Baluchestan province was conceptualized. The statistical population of this research is the founders or entrepreneurs of the mature technology units located in this science and technology park, who were selected for interviews based on theoretical sampling mechanisms, 18 people. The content analysis method was used to analyze the data. To do this, MAXQDA software was used. Based on the research findings, 11 components were identified, including business stages, social network, networking, impact on society, industry transformation and innovation, constraints, enablers, technology ecosystem, strengthening local economy, product innovation, and social culture. These components were categorized into five dimensions antecedents, pivotal phenomenon, contexts, interveners, strategies, and consequences, and the relationships between them were examined. Finally, theoretical contributions, practical suggestions, limitations, and suggestions for researchers were discussed.

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