Exploring the Effects of COVID-19 on Nascent Entrepreneurial Intent in the UK

  Aims/Purpose/Scope: The purpose of this dissertation was to explore the effects of COVID-19 on nascent entrepreneurial intent in the UK. 

Design/Methodology/Approach: The methodology used to investigate the effects of COVID-19 on nascent entrepreneurial intent in the UK was qualitative research, in the form of semi-structured interviews. A sample of nascent entrepreneurs over 18 was asked about their experience with COVID-19 and how the pandemic has affected their entrepreneurial attitude, intent and motivations.