Document Type : Original research
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Department of Business Administration and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Accounting, University of Tehran, Iran;
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Department of Technological Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Entrepreneurship, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Management and Accounting, University of Tehran, Iran
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Department of Policy and Public Affairs Administration, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Department of Leadership and Human Capital, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
With the increasing complexity of technological environments and the critical importance of effective policymaking to support technology entrepreneurs, identifying and developing their key skills has become one of the primary priorities in fostering innovation, enhancing competitiveness, and creating a suitable platform for the growth and development of technological businesses. Technology entrepreneurs, leveraging their unique skills in identifying innovative opportunities, advancing cutting-edge technologies, and commercializing technological ideas, play a vital role in driving innovation and technological development. This study aims to design a comprehensive framework for the key skills of technology entrepreneurs and analyze their needs for success in technological environments. Employing qualitative content analysis and a systematic review of scientific resources from 2015 to 2024, the identified skills are categorized into three main domains: managerial, business, and technological. Managerial skills include project management, operations management, human capital management, financial management, risk management, strategic management, and innovation management. Business skills encompass opportunity identification, feasibility analysis, business model development, product development, marketing and sales, fundraising, customer relations, networking, and branding. Technological skills include researching technologies, mastering relevant technologies, implementing technologies, and developing technologies. This study also highlights the importance of aligning skills with the changing demands of technological environments. The proposed framework can serve as a foundation for designing targeted training programs, developing assessment tools, and formulating supportive policies. In addition to enhancing the skills of technology entrepreneurs, this framework paves the way for their success in innovative and dynamic environments, facilitating the growth of technological entrepreneurship, technological development, and effective exploitation of business opportunities across various domains.
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