Entrepreneurial Orientation and Export Performance: Evidence from an Emerging Economy

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the impact of entrepreneurial orientation on the export performance of SMEs in Nigeria. This study follows a quantitative research design using survey methods with statistical treatment. Several t-tests and correlation tests were used to ascertain whether relationships exist between high (proactive) and low (conservative) entrepreneurial orientation firms and selected performance indicators. Results show that firms that adopted proactive orientation achieved higher performance, profitability, and growth compared to those that adopted a conservative orientation. The study offers practical suggestions on how SMEs can improve growth, performance, and profitability by engaging in proactive export orientation behaviors. Field of Research: International Business

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