A Comparative Examination of Career and Start-up Expectations in South Korea, Ukraine, and the United States

Authors

Sherrie Human, Xavier University
Thomas D. Clark, Xavier UniversityFollow
Charles H. Matthews, University of CincinnatiFollow
Julie M. Stewart, Xavier UniversityFollow
Candace R. Gunnarsson, S2 Statistical Solutions, Inc.Follow

Issue Season

Spring

Document Type

Article

Abstract

Relatively few comparative studies have examined how perceptions across cultures might converge or diverge regarding careers in general and new venture careers in particular. Our research addresses this gap by providing a comparative study of career perceptions among undergraduate business students in three countries with different levels of experience with capitalism: Ukraine, South Korea, and the United States. Results suggest both surprising differences and interesting similarities between undergraduate students in the three countries with regard to how they perceive characteristics associated with entrepreneurial careers. Findings are discussed in the context of distinct differences and commonalities across cultures and implications for future research provided.

Recommended Citation

Human, Sherrie; Clark, Thomas D.; Matthews, Charles H.; Stewart, Julie M.; and Gunnarsson, Candace R. (2010) "A Comparative Examination of Career and Start-up Expectations in South Korea, Ukraine, and the United States," New England Journal of Entrepreneurship: Vol. 13: No. 1, Article 6.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.sacredheart.edu/neje/vol13/iss1/6