Research & Publications
Advancing entrepreneurship development through innovative theories, practical research, evidence-based frameworks, and knowledge resources that strengthen ventures, institutions, ecosystems, and economies.
Research for Entrepreneurial Transformation
EJ Concept conducts practical entrepreneurship research that bridges the gap between theory and implementation. Our work focuses on generating innovative ideas, theories, frameworks, tools, and evidence-based solutions that improve entrepreneurship development, venture readiness, incubation systems, ecosystem performance, and economic transformation outcomes.
Our Research Areas
Entrepreneurship Development
Understanding how entrepreneurs emerge, develop, and create sustainable ventures.
Venture
Readiness
Exploring factors that influence entrepreneurial preparedness, progression, and venture success.
Incubation
Systems
Exploring factors that influence entrepreneurial preparedness, progression, and venture success.
Entrepreneurship Ecosystems
Studying the structures, institutions, and relationships that influence entrepreneurial outcomes.
Innovation & Economic Development
Investigating how innovation-driven entrepreneurship contributes to economic transformation.
Policy & Institutional Development
Supporting entrepreneurship policy design and institutional strengthening initiatives.
Theories & Conceptual Contributions
EJ Concept develops original theories and conceptual models that advance understanding of entrepreneurship, venture development, and ecosystem transformation.
Entrepreneurial Journey Theory (EJT)
A theoretical explanation of entrepreneurial progression and venture evolution.
Theory of Readiness- Based Venture Progression
Explains how venture readiness influences entrepreneurial movement across development stages.
Convertible Life Capital Theory (CLC)
Explores how life resources become entrepreneurial capital through conversion processes.
Entrepreneurial Conversion Capability (ECC)
Examines the capabilities that enable individuals to convert resources into entrepreneurial action.
Future
Theories
Emerging conceptual contributions under development.
Publications
Peer-Reviwed Publications
Published journal articles and accepted manuscripts.
Preprints
Working papers and manuscripts under review.
Case
Studies
Practical applications and implementation experiences involving EJ Concept frameworks.
Books and
Monographs
Entrepreneurship books, guides, and long-form publications.
Current Research & Innovation Projects
- The Entrepreneur's Journey Model (EJM)
- The Entrepreneur's Journey Incubation Model (EJIM)
- The Anambra Venture Readiness Entrepreneurship Framework (AVREF)
- Entrepreneurial Conversion Capability (ECC)
- The Entrepreneur's Journey System Theory (EJST)
- Future Framework Development project
Research Sponsorships & Collaborations
We welcome partnerships with governments, universities, development agencies, foundations, private sector organizations, and research institutions seeking to advance entrepreneurship knowledge and ecosystem development.
Sponsor Research
Support:
- Entrepreneurship Research
- Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Assessment
- Venture Development Studies
- Framework Development
- Publication Projects
Research Partnerships
Collaborate on:
- Joint Research
- Policy Studies
- Innovation Projects
- Ecosystem Development Initiatives
Knowledge Resources
Future access to:
- Research Reports
- White Papers
- Policy Briefs
- Framework Summaries
- Assessment Guides
- Implementation Manuals
Interested in Collaborating in Research or Innovation?
Partner with EJ Concept to advance entrepreneurship research, framework development, policy innovation, ecosystem strengthening, and knowledge creation.