Measuring the Entrepreneurial Attitude and Intent of the Fishermen Community of Karachi

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17599067

Abstract

This study investigates the attitude for entrepreneurial ventures within the fishermen community of Karachi, with a focus on understanding their potential to diversify livelihoods and contribute to local economic development. While fishing has traditionally been the dominant source of income, challenges such as declining marine resources, rising operational costs, and market volatility have heightened the need for alternative income-generating opportunities. Using the quantitative  approach, the research explores the fishermen community’s entrepreneurial skills, risk-taking tendencies, access to financial and social capital, and their readiness to engage in small-scale business initiatives. Data was collected through a questionnaire for which the fishermen community members of Karachi were approached to participate. Findings reveal an overall positive attitude and intent towards entrepreneurial ventures, and it was found that a strong correlation exists between entrepreneurial intent and attitude.. The study highlights the need for capacity building and policy interventions aimed at fostering entrepreneurship through entrepreneurship education as a viable supplement to traditional fishing livelihoods.