Advances: Jurnal Ekonomi & Bisnis
Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): May - June

The Effect of Digital Literacy on Entrepreneurial Intention via Locus of Control: A Study of Accounting Students

Hairudin Hairudin (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi Yapis, Dompu, Indonesia)
Mahmud Mahmud (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi Yapis, Dompu, Indonesia)
Ibrahim Zakariah (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi Yapis, Dompu, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 May 2026

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to empirically examine the direct effect of digital literacy on entrepreneurial intention and its indirect effect, mediated by locus of control, among accounting students. Research Method: This explanatory quantitative research involved 98 accounting students at STIE Yapis Dompu, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using an offline questionnaire with a 5-point Likert scale. The variables examined were digital literacy, locus of control, and entrepreneurial intention. Data were analyzed using SEM-PLS to test both direct and mediating effects. Results and Discussion: The findings show that all hypotheses were accepted. Digital literacy has a positive and significant effect on locus of control and entrepreneurial intention. Locus of control also has a positive and significant effect on entrepreneurial intention and significantly mediates the relationship between digital literacy and entrepreneurial intention. These results indicate that students’ technological competence, supported by strong self-belief and internal control, can strengthen their commitment to entrepreneurship. Implications: Higher education institutions should integrate practical digital literacy training and character-building programs into the curriculum to strengthen students’ internal locus of control. Future studies may include moderating variables such as subjective norms or family entrepreneurial background. Originality: This study contributes by explaining how locus of control bridges digital literacy and entrepreneurial intention among accounting students in Dompu.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

AJEB

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Established in 2023, Advances: Journal of Economics & Business is dedicated to publishing original research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in the fields of economics, management, and accounting. This esteemed journal encompasses a wide range of research topics and employs various ...