Locus of Control The belief that whatever one does, or is able to accomplish, is solely the consequence of one ‘ s own actions is referred to as having an internal of control. The responsibility in this case is assumed by the individual for his or her own destiny. Thus the ability to control the environment at least enough to achieve the desired end result is an important, if not essential belief. According to Rotter ‘ S locus of control theory an individual has an a priori vision of what is to be done and he or she has control over events so the outcome is assured. Or they do not, in which case they do not begin a new venture and are not entrepreneurial. Rotter sees those people “who believe that what happens to them is the result of luck, chance, forces ‘out there , ‘ or fate, “ as having an external locus of control.