The role of emotional intelligence in shaping entrepreneurial intentions among Tunisian women in sustainable tourism

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https://doi.org/10.18778/0867-5856.2025.28

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sustainable tourism, entrepreneurial motivation, emotional intelligence, governance and anti-corruption, women entrepreneurs

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Entrepreneurship is an essential component of economic progress, and women entrepreneurs are key actors. However, various factors, including entrepreneurial motivation, emotional intelligence, and their perception of governance and anti-corruption efforts, have influenced their engagement in specific sectors like sustainable tourism. The study used a quantitative research methodology, gathering information from 220 Tunisian women entrepreneurs using a structured questionnaire. To evaluate the proposed associations, the investigation used partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM), correlation analysis and descriptive statistics. The findings indicate that their inclination to start firms in this industry is significantly influenced by entrepreneurial motivation and emotional intelligence. Moreover, perception of anti-corruption efforts plays a moderating role, reinforcing their positive effects.

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Bardaa, M. A. (2025). The role of emotional intelligence in shaping entrepreneurial intentions among Tunisian women in sustainable tourism. Turyzm/Tourism, 35(2), 171–186. https://doi.org/10.18778/0867-5856.2025.28

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