Government Organizational Management for Enhancing the Entrepreneurial Capacity of Community Enterprise Groups in Nakhon Phanom Province
Keywords:
public organization management, entrepreneurial capability, community enterprisesAbstract
This study aims to (1) examine the management of problems and obstacles in government organizations for enhancing entrepreneurial capabilities, (2) assess the level of entrepreneurial capability, (3) analyze factors influencing entrepreneurial capability, and (4) develop policy and practical recommendations to strengthen entrepreneurial capability of community enterprise groups in Nakhon Phanom. A mixed-methods approach was employed. The sample comprised 126 entrepreneurial groups in the textile and garment sector, selected through stratified and simple random sampling. Research instruments included a questionnaire and interviews protocol Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis, while qualitative data were analyzed through content analysis. The findings reveal that community enterprises were assessed in 2022, with 534 rated as good, 892 as moderate, and 217 as in need of improvement. The overall entrepreneurial capability of community enterprises was found to be at a high level (M = 3.84). (3) Significant factors influencing entrepreneurial capability included government support (β = .265) and network building (β = .231). Policy and practical recommendations emphasize organizational management strategies and collaboration with both public and private sector agencies to enhance entrepreneurial capability.
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