A perfect couple? Institutional theory and entrepreneurship research
ISSN: 1750-614X
Article publication date: 11 March 2019
Issue publication date: 31 July 2019
Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to evaluate the progress made in understanding the impact of multi-level institutions on entrepreneurship.
Design/methodology/approach
Based on scientific articles published between 1992 and 2017, the authors take a unique focus on both institutional theory applied and research topics of this area. Bibliometric method and systematic literature review method are used.
Findings
The results demonstrate that although institutional theory is well prepared for entrepreneurship context operating at different levels, the major knowledge foundation used predominantly focuses on macro and meso level. When it comes to research topics, entrepreneurship is often simplified as the founding of new venture, and the unique venture founding process has rarely been explored.
Originality/value
This paper is the first to provide a full picture of the multi-level institutions and their consequences on different kinds of entrepreneurial activities. The authors’evaluation of this research area also points out directions for future study.
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Acknowledgements
Funding: This research is funded by National Natural Science Foundation of China, Grant number 71602117 and 71502063.
Citation
Zhai, Q. and Su, J. (2019), "A perfect couple? Institutional theory and entrepreneurship research", Chinese Management Studies, Vol. 13 No. 3, pp. 616-644. https://doi.org/10.1108/CMS-07-2017-0194
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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