Intrapreneurship, the entrepreneurial activity within established organizations, has garnered significant attention for its role in fostering innovation, competitive advantage, and organizational renewal. This article provides a comprehensive review of the theoretical constructs underpinning intrapreneurship and a hypothetical bibliometric analysis of the academic literature. We explore the evolution of intrapreneurship as a concept, its key dimensions, and the various individual and organizational factors that influence its emergence and success. Through a hypothetical bibliometric mapping, we identify prominent research themes, influential scholars, key publications, and emerging trends in the field. The aim is to synthesize existing knowledge, highlight research gaps, and propose future directions for scholarly inquiry. Understanding intrapreneurship's theoretical foundations and its research trajectory is crucial for both academics and practitioners seeking to cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit within their organizations.

Intrapreneurship, corporate entrepreneurship, theoretical constructs

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