A survey of 1,000 students graduating in 2010 and 2011 has found that most hoped they would succeed in creating their own graduate retail jobs and graduate IT jobs, with three in five planning to start up traditional businesses rather than online ventures.
While about one in five started their course with the intention of becoming self-employed some day, almost a quarter of graduates said they have been either involved in some money-making enterprises while studying or are in the process of starting one.
John Heaney, SME expert at Hiscox, said: "It's extremely encouraging that despite the knock on effects of the recession on the job market, the best of British entrepreneurial spirit is alive and kicking amongst the next generation as many look to set up in the future."
