THE ROLE OF ENTREPRENEURIAL ORIENTATION IN ACHIEVING STRATEGIC ENTREPRENEURSHIP WITH THE MEDIATING OF ORGANIZATIONAL AGILITY: AN ANALYTICAL STUDY ON SOME COMPANIES AFFILIATED TO THE IRAQI MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE

Authors

  • Ahmed Ameen Salim Alborathy Ministry of Agriculture, Planning and Follow-up Department, Baghdad, Iraq
  • Faouzi Masmoudi Professor of National School of Engineers, University of Sfax, Tunisia https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6013-1873
  • Firas Mohammed Ismael Assistant Prof. Dr. Department of Business Administration, College of Administration and Economics, University of Baghdad, Iraq. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2011-6919

Keywords:

Companies, Entrepreneurial orientation, Iraq, Organizational agility, Ministry of Agriculture, Strategic Entrepreneurship.

Abstract

Recently, there has been a notable surge in interest surrounding entrepreneurial orientation and strategic entrepreneurship. These concepts are particularly relevant due to their modern characteristics that aid in adapting to the environment. They also play a crucial role in improving production, service, and technological processes to sustain value, minimize competition, and drive ongoing enhancements, ultimately leading to a position of leadership within public companies. Therefore, the primary focus of this research was to examine the influence of entrepreneurial orientation on achieving strategic entrepreneurship. This influence is further mediated by the presence of organizational agility. The study was conducted within companies associated with the Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture. Employing a descriptive-analytical approach, a series of hypotheses were developed. Information was gathered from a sample of 93 participants, chosen using a random stratified sampling technique within the same level. The findings confirmed the validity of the connections and their effects, both in terms of the overall framework and the sub-variables. These outcomes underscore the fundamental significance of entrepreneurial orientation in attaining strategic entrepreneurship, facilitated by the intermediary role of organizational agility. This dynamic was observed in companies associated with the Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture (IMA). The research outcomes make a significant empirical contribution by showcasing that entrepreneurial orientation plays a vital role in effectively promoting strategic entrepreneurship within the realm of companies affiliated with the Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture. Furthermore, this connection is influenced by the intermediary factor of organizational agility. These findings hold valuable implications. Considering these contributions, it is advisable for companies to comprehensively adopt the various facets of entrepreneurial orientation practices. This should be executed through a systematic and strategic approach that focuses on the formulation of public policies. This strategy aims to position these companies as leaders within their sector, based on a foundation of scientific and well-informed decision-making.

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Published

2023-09-04