Crowdfunding In Norway: Empirical Study Examining Entrepreneurs' Intentions to Use Crowdfunding

This master's thesis investigates the drivers and inhibitors influencing the intention of entrepreneurs to use crowdfunding as a financing method, with a focus on the potential distinctions between native and immigrant entrepreneurs in Norway. Crowdfunding has emerged as an inclusive alternative source of finance, enabling individuals and businesses to overcome traditional funding limitations. Immigrant entrepreneurs, in particular, face unique challenges when seeking financial capital from conventional sources. However, research exploring the intention to adopt crowdfunding by entrepreneurs is limited. Using an empirical analysis based on online survey data from 231 entrepreneurs in Norway…