Entrepreneurial Capabilities and SME Growth in China: A Dynamic Perspective

Shan Yang

doi:10.56982/dream.v2i04.97

Authors

Shan Yang City University Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56982/dream.v2i04.97

Keywords:

SMEs, China, entrepreneurial capabilities, growth performance, dynamic perspective, business environment

Abstract

This conceptual analysis explores the factors influencing the growth performance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in China, with a focus on entrepreneurial capabilities. It provides an overview of SMEs in China, emphasizing their significance in the country's business landscape. The study underscores the importance of entrepreneurial capabilities in fostering SME growth and highlights key capabilities required for success in the Chinese context. Furthermore, it discusses the dynamic perspective in understanding SME growth, considering the evolving nature of entrepreneurial capabilities and their interaction with external factors over time. The analysis also incorporates case studies and empirical evidence to support the relationship between entrepreneurial capabilities and SME growth in China. The paper concludes by discussing implications for researchers, policymakers, and SME owners, and suggests future research directions to further explore the dynamic perspective on SME growth in China.

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