Micro-credential adoption framework for entrepreneurs

The conceptual framework was created based on constructs identified from literature as well as the themes and sub-themes identified during the analysis of the 14 (semi-structured) interviews which were conducted. The conceptual framework aims to assist entrepreneurs with the adoption of micro-credentials for the purpose of entrepreneurial skills development. The framework depicts a relationship between four main elements i.e. micro-credential adoption which leads to entrepreneurial skills development, successful business ventures, and ultimately results in the sustainability thereof.
The framework shows a relationship between micro-credential adoption and entrepreneurial skills development, for the improvement of core skills identified from literature namely: networking skills, financial skills, business management, technology skills, innovation skills, creativity skills, leadership, and communication skills. The framework states the deciding factors to be considered before adopting micro-credentials: comparability, relative advantage, complexity, autonomy, relatedness, credibility, affordability, time constraints, medium of delivery and method of learning. The entrepreneur also needs the required I.T profile with adequate digital literacy, computer literacy and basic academic literacy skills. They should also ensure that prerequisites such as computer literacy, internet connection and a dedicated workspace are met.
The framework then shows a relationship between entrepreneurial skills development and successful entrepreneurial ventures. When entrepreneurs have the necessary skills to conduct and manage their businesses, that results in successful businesses which are profitable and efficient. Lastly, the framework shows a relationship between entrepreneurial skills development and sustainability, where there is stability in the business growth, steady revenue growth, market share and product offerings.

该概念框架基于从文献中识别出的结构以及在对14次（半结构化）访谈的分析中确定的主题及其子主题而构建。该框架旨在协助企业家采用微证书以促进创业技能的发展。框架描绘了四个主要元素之间的关系，即微证书的采用导致创业技能的发展、成功的商业冒险，并最终实现其可持续性。框架展示了微证书采用与创业技能发展之间的关系，旨在提升文献中确定的核心理念技能，包括：网络技能、财务技能、商业管理、技术技能、创新技能、创造力技能、领导力和沟通技能。框架阐述了在采用微证书前需考虑的决策因素：可比性、相对优势、复杂性、自主性、相关性、可信度、可负担性、时间限制、交付媒介和学习方法。企业家还需具备所需的IT配置文件，以及充足的数字素养、计算机素养和基础学术素养技能。他们还应确保满足诸如计算机素养、互联网连接和专用工作空间等先决条件。随后，框架展示了创业技能发展与成功创业冒险之间的关系。当企业家具备开展和管理其业务所需技能时，这将导致盈利且高效的商业成功。最后，框架展示了创业技能发展与可持续性之间的关系，体现在业务增长的稳定性、稳定的收入增长、市场份额和产品供应的持续增长。