FROM CLASSROOM TO STARTUP: EXPLORING YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN SEMARANG AS A COASTAL CITY WITH A FOCUS ON RESILIENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY
Ardiani Ika Sulistyawati1* Arief Himmawan Dwi Nugroho2 Edy Mulyantomo3 Rr. Lulus Prapti Nugroho Setiasih Surjanti4 Dian Triyani5

1Accounting Department, Economics Faculty, Universitas Semarang, Indonesia
2Accounting Department, Economics dan Business Faculty, Universitas Stikubank, Indonesia
3,4,5Management Department, Economics Faculty, Universitas Semarang, Indonesia

Abstract

This research investigates how entrepreneurship education, family environment, love of money, and self-efficacy on students^ entrepreneurial intentions. Utilizing a non-probability sampling method, the research collects primary data through questionnaires. The target population consists of students enrolled in the Economics Faculty, Universitas Semarang, Indonesia. A total of 105 students were selected as the sample for this study. The analysis explores independent variables such as entrepreneurship education, family environment, love of money, and self-efficacy, while the dependent variable is the students^ entrepreneurial intentions. Data were evaluated through multiple linear regression methods. The results reveal that all analyzed independent variables significantly impact students^ entrepreneurial intentions. It is expected that enhancing knowledge and support will boost students^ entrepreneurial aspirations, promoting a stronger entrepreneurial culture within the academic community.

As a coastal city, Semarang possesses unique opportunities and challenges that can further influence entrepreneurial intentions. The city^s maritime heritage and economic activities related to shipping, fishing, and tourism could serve as practical examples for students, enhancing their understanding of entrepreneurship in a coastal context. This environment provides a rich backdrop for fostering innovative business ideas, particularly in sectors like sustainable tourism and marine economy, ultimately encouraging students to pursue entrepreneurial ventures that capitalize on Semarang^s coastal advantages.

Keywords: Entrepreneurship Education, Family Environment, Love of Money, Self Efficacy, Entrepreneurial Intentions.

Topic: Governance, Policy, and Education of Coastal Area