Insights into the Entrepreneurial Process from the UAE

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) by Khalid Abdalla AlHarmoodi entitled, “Insights into the Entrepreneurial Process from the UAE”, submitted in April 2025. Thesis advisor is Dr. Jamal Maalouf. Soft copy is available (Thesis, Approval Signatures, Completion Certificate, and AUS Archives Consent Form).

Abstract

The present study showcases the impact of digital transformation in the startup companies in the United Arab Emirates and the success factors. The study has formulated aims and objectives that identify the goal of the study. Besides, the research questions have also been developed in the introduction chapter. Here, the rationale and problem statement have also been described. An outline of research methodology has also been constructed here. This study analyzes the progress of the literature on digital startups and policy responses, evaluates its present focus and constraints critically, and offers an innovative viewpoint for further study. It examines the lifespan of digital companies by doing a thorough literature study, highlighting significant obstacles through the start until maturity. The study also underlines the need for flexible policy structures at the various levels to help business owners overcome obstacles related to financing, regulations, and integrating into the market. The results show that in order to provide comprehensive assistance throughout the startup phases, the regulatory structure should encourage creativity, secure finance, minimize laws in the earliest phases, assist developing and growth in the market, and encourage international cooperation. The literature review has been developed and provided various outcomes of the study. A detailed theoretical underpinning helps to emphasize the study properly. Besides, the strategies needed to be taken by the startups have also been described in the present chapter.