Assessing The Impact Of Business Incubators On Entrepreneurship Development

Abstract

This study aims to assess the impact of business incubators on entrepreneurship development and startup growth through a field investigation conducted at Constantine 2 University. Adopting a descriptive-analytical methodology, the research employed a structured questionnaire as the primary data collection instrument. The questionnaire was administered of 44 university professors, representing 88%. The findings reveal statistically significant evidence that business incubators play a crucial role in fostering entrepreneurial development and supporting the growth of startups associated with the Entrepreneurship Development Center at Constantine 2 University. The results further indicate that incubators contribute positively and significantly to both the enhancement of entrepreneurial capabilities and the expansion of startup ventures within the university context. Based on these results, the study recommends formulating targeted strategies to strengthen the alignment between business incubators and entrepreneurial practice requirements. It also highlights the importance of reinforcing collaboration between universities and incubators to ensure comprehensive support for emerging enterprises and calls for greater investment in capacity-building programs for faculty members and students in entrepreneurial project management.