Government Incentives for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: An International Experience

This book explores the role of government incentives in stimulating innovation and entrepreneurship in developed and developing economies. It develops a theoretical framework and reviews international evidence to identify the best combination of incentives for different stages of firm growth. It addresses issues such as national innovation policy, innovation support programs, effectiveness, challenges, risk-sharing, and partnerships.

Format: Hardback
Length: 274 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate interplay between government fiscal and non-fiscal incentives and their pivotal role in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in both developed and developing economies. It meticulously explores and analyzes the impact of government programs at various stages of firm growth, including pre-startup, startup, and scale-up. By constructing a theoretical framework and scrutinizing international evidence, the book identifies the most effective combination of government incentives to stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship. Furthermore, it offers concrete policy recommendations for decision-makers, addressing key issues such as national innovation policy, innovation support programs, their effectiveness, challenges encountered, risk-sharing mechanisms, and partnerships for innovation. This book appeals to a wide range of stakeholders, including academics, students, practitioners, policymakers, governmental and non-governmental organizations, and anyone interested in staying informed about the latest challenges, progress, and emerging trends in stimulating innovation and entrepreneurship.

Weight: 612g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031101182
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022