Understanding internationalisation approaches and mechanisms of diaspora entrepreneurs in emerging economies as a learning process

Ekanem, Ignatius U. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5678-3954 (2019) Understanding internationalisation approaches and mechanisms of diaspora entrepreneurs in emerging economies as a learning process. International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behaviour & Research, 25 (5) . pp. 819-841. ISSN 1355-2554 [Article] (doi:10.1108/IJEBR-02-2018-0068)

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Abstract

Purpose - This paper presents an exploration into the internationalisation approaches and mechanisms of diaspora entrepreneurs in emerging economies. It seeks to conceptualise the strategies as a learning process.
Design/methodology/approach - The research is qualitative using a case study approach involving in-depth semi-structured interviews conducted longitudinally.
Findings - The findings suggest that diaspora entrepreneurs adopt mostly the network or, in some cases, the international new venture (born-global) market entry approach rather than the traditional stage by stage approach. The findings also suggest that diaspora entrepreneurs have perceived advantages over domestic small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) because of their foreign exposure which has influenced their entrepreneurial behaviour in exploiting business opportunities.
Research implications – The main implication of the study is that entrepreneurs who are beginning to internationalise their activities should seek to exploit potential first-mover advantages in emerging economies by realising an approach of internationalisation at high speed.
Originality - The paper contributes to better understanding of the diaspora entrepreneurship and its dynamics.

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