Identifying Barriers and Strategies for Overcoming Challenges in Entrepreneurship

Document Type

Book Chapter

Source of Publication

Impacts of Capstone Projects for Future Ready Graduates Design Implementation and Evaluation

Publication Date

6-18-2026

Abstract

This study examines the barriers faced by entrepreneurs in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and explores strategies for overcoming these challenges through technology-based solutions. Using a quantitative observational design, survey data were collected from 128 entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners across diverse industries. Findings reveal that market competition (38.3%), lack of funding (32.8%), and limited market knowledge (28.1%) are the most significant barriers to entrepreneurial growth. Respondents also highlighted difficulties in scaling operations, accessing mentorship, and navigating regulatory requirements. While 63.3% of participants had not previously used technology-based tools, the majority expressed openness to adopting digital applications that integrate market research, funding opportunities, networking, and mentorship features.

ISBN

[9798337353128, 9798337353142]

Publisher

IGI Global Scientific Publishing

First Page

249

Last Page

276

Disciplines

Business

Keywords

Entrepreneurship (0.67) | Competition (biology) (0.63) | Openness to experience (0.61) | Business (0.56) | Mentorship (0.53) | Marketing (0.52) | Public relations (0.43) | Scale (ratio) (0.42) | Market research (0.38) | Market competition (0.35) | Market analysis (0.33) | Emerging markets (0.33) | Survey data collection (0.28) | Business plan (0.28) | Knowledge management (0.27) | Productivity (0.27) | Economic growth (0.26) | Job market (0.26) | Observational study (0.26)

Scopus ID

105043970357

Indexed in Scopus

yes

Open Access

no

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