Entrepreneurship education programmes: Fostering learners’ entrepreneurial mindset in high schools

Entrepreneurship education programmes in high schools have been recognised as a valuable strategy for developing an entrepreneurial mindset among learners. Grounded in curriculum theory and theory of planned behaviour, the study emphasises the importance of such programmes in preparing learners for the challenges of the modern business world. Thus, this study aims to explore the effect of entrepreneurship education programmes on high school learners’ mindset. A systematic literature review was conducted, including peer-reviewed articles, books, and reports focused solely on entrepreneurship education programmes in high schools. Hence, the following were excluded from this review: materials focusing on primary and tertiary schools, informal or non-school environments, and countries other than the 10 selected for their entrepreneurship programmes. The different programmes aimed at providing high school learners with hands-on experience, networking prospects, and opportunities for knowledge exchange have generally been effective in enhancing their entrepreneurial mindsets. The findings are of considerable importance to educators, policymakers, and stakeholders involved in designing and implementing entrepreneurship education programmes in high schools. The results can guide the creation of more effective and impactful programmes that enhance learners’ readiness for future entrepreneurial pursuits. Schools should implement advanced entrepreneurship education policies and curricula to ensure a higher standard of learning and development in this area.