Identification of Entrepreneurial Learning at Sebelas Maret University

Abstract

This research aims to identify: (1) the entrepreneurial learning at Sebelas Maret University (Universitas Sebelas Maret: UNS) and the problem of it, (2) the student needs of entrepreneurial competence, and (2) the qualification of startup entrepreneur in conducting real business.The research approach used the mixing method. The sample were 900 UNS students and the informant in Focus Group Discussion (FGD) are Students that have start up business, Entrepreneurship lecturers and Young professional Entrepreneurs in Surakarta, Indonesia.The results showed that: (1) entrepreneurial learning in UNS is good but still need improvement, especially in terms of strategies, methods and materials. The problem is : a. Lack of coordination between the Management and lecturers, b. Most lecturers do not receive textbooks from the Management, c. Lack of entrepreneurial trainings for lecturers, and d. the rules of entrepreneurial learning between faculties are not standard; (2) Entrepreneurial competencies required of students are: a. The concept of entrepreneurship, b. Entrepreneurial values and spirits, c. Business potential, d. Business Opportunities, e. Business Plan, f. Management of business (Production, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources), g. Business Ethics, and h. Start up business; (3) the qualifications required to start a business are motivation, the ability of financial administration, communication skills, the ability to create a market as well as the courage to take risks.

Keywords: Entrepreneurial learning, University, Young Entrepreneurs.