Entrepreneurship and Social Capital: Relationships and Start-ups in Indian Ict Industry

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: Anirban Sengupta

• Language: English

• Edition: 01-01-2017

• ISBN: 9788131607879

• Pages: 264

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.7 x 0.9 inches

About the Book

India has emerged as a prominent player in the globalized world, especially in the realm of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). While large and well-respected enterprises have garnered most of the attention, the significant expansion of small and medium enterprises in this sector has contributed to its success. Community influence in this industry is often unclear, yet relationships still play an essential role, albeit with a new meaning in the context of entrepreneurship.

This book explores the sociological experience of ICT entrepreneurs in launching and running new enterprises. Drawing on qualitative data gathered from founders of small and medium enterprises across various Indian cities, the book applies the concept of social capital to understand entrepreneurship in the ICT sector. The work provides valuable insights into how relationships, business development, and the broader ecosystem impact the growth and sustainability of ICT ventures.

Contents Include:

• Introduction: Business Venture and Social Capital

• The Industry and its Enterprises

• The ICT Entrepreneurs

• Customers, Business Development, and Social Capital

• Business Ecosystem and Social Capital

• Relationships as Resource

This book is primarily aimed at an academic audience but will also be useful for civil society organizations and policymakers seeking to promote entrepreneurship in India.

About the Author
Anirban Sengupta is an Assistant Professor in the School of Development Studies at Ambedkar University, Delhi. His research interests focus on the relationship between entrepreneurship and society, the interaction between state policies and entrepreneurship, and methodological issues in entrepreneurship research. His articles have been published in various journals, including the Sociological Bulletin, Journal of Entrepreneurship, and the International Journal of Educational Development.