Government, SMEs and Entrepreneurship Development: Policy, Practice and Challenges
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Rating | : | 4.89 (577 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1138248258 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 340 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2014-07-01 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Once regarded as peripheral to the economy and public policy, the role of small firms and of entrepreneurship is now recognized as of key importance in the economic growth and development strategies of many nations. The range of interventions and support focused on promoting SMEs and entrepreneurship is substantial and expanding, so Government, SMEs and Entrepreneurship Development asks ’what are some of the main policy instruments being used, and how effective are they?’ It considers policies in different countries, examines key interventions and tools used to promote entrepreneurship and SME development and concludes w
'While SMEs and entrepreneurship have recently been identified as a key engine for economic development, the implications for public policy have remained elusive. This book stimulates debate and encourages exchange of ideas between policymakers, practitioners and academics. Gallen, Switzerland . Schaper break new ground by providing a blueprint for entrepreneurship policy. In this important new book Robert Blackburn and Michael T. It ultimately contributes to a more creative policy environment.' Thierry Volery,
"I'm from the Government and I am here to help!" This is an excellent reference for anyone who is studying or researching issues around the relationships between governments and SMEs.
Dr Schaper has been President of the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand, and a director of the International Council for Small Business. Dr Michael Schaper is an Adjunct Professor at Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Western Australia. . Robert has a wealth of experience researching entrepreneurship and SMEs includin