Foundations of the Knowledge Economy

Download or read book Foundations of the Knowledge Economy written by Knut Ingar Westeren and published by Edward Elgar Pub. This book was released on 2012 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'This book's chapters provide a versatile collection of case studies that raise important and interesting questions. . . the book introduces novel perspectives and indicates new approaches to understanding the modern economy and the role of knowledge in the ever-changing market process. It is thought provoking and even enlightening, and provides an interesting basis for further research to support entrepreneurship and public policy.' - Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy This book presents new evidence concerning the influential role of context and institutions on the relations between knowledge, innovation, clusters and learning. from a truly international perspective, the expert contributors capture the most interesting and relevant aspects of knowledge economy.