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Josephine Crossdale-Ovwido Ph.D., Esther Otomiewo Elo Ph.D..

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Youth unemployment in Nigeria remains a critical socio-economic challenge, underscoring the need for higher education to produce graduates capable of creating employment. Entrepreneurship education (EE) has emerged as a strategic tool for fostering self-reliance and cultivating the knowledge, skills, and mindset required for venture creation. This study examined the role of EE in shaping the entrepreneurial mindset of university students, focusing on cognitive, affective, and behavioral dimensions. A descriptive survey design was employed, involving 250 final-year students from four Nigerian universities offering compulsory entrepreneurship courses. Data were collected using the Entrepreneurship Mindset and Education Assessment Questionnaire (EMEAQ) and analyzed with descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and regression analysis. Results revealed a strong positive relationship (r = 0.68, p < 0.01) between EE exposure and entrepreneurial mindset, with regression analysis showing EE as a significant predictor (β = 0.61, p < 0.001). Experiential learning, institutional support, and ecosystem linkages were identified as key factors facilitating transformation. The study concludes that EE can effectively shift students from job seekers to job creators and recommends enhancing experiential programs, mentorship, and incubation initiatives

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