Search for dissertations about: "clusters and entrepreneurship"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 swedish dissertations containing the words clusters and entrepreneurship.

2. 1. Global Spaces for Local Entrepreneurship : Stretching clusters through networks and international trade fairs

   Author : Marcela Ramírez-Pasillas; Bengt Johannisson; Sven-Åke Hörte; Poul Rind Christensen; Växjö universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; clusters; international trade fairs; proximity; networks; organising contexts; Business studies; Företagsekonomi;

   Abstract : Many of the insightful writings on clusters identify the role of entrepreneurs as key agents in the formation of firms and clusters. This thesis argues instead that local entrepreneurship is not ceased once firms and clusters are established; local entrepreneurship is about the continuous (re)creation of both businesses and clusters in global spaces. READ MORE

4. 2. The Dynamics of Innovation and Knowledge-Based Regional Development

   Author : Peter Svensson; Magnus Klofsten; Per-Olof Brehmer; Dylan Jones-Evans; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Innovation process; dynamics; knowledge-based regional development; social networks; entrepreneurship; Business and economics; Ekonomi;

   Abstract : Geographical regions as diverse as Silicon Valley, California and Linköping, Sweden have been the sources of new technology and endogenously created innovations. Scholars and policymakers recognise that specific regions or clusters of businesses have the capability to engage in more innovative activities and new business formation and to experience higher employment growth than others. READ MORE

5. 3. Stimulating Industrial Development in Uganda Through Open Innovation Incubators

   Author : Joshua Mutambi; Blekinge Tekniska Högskola; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Clusters; Entrepreneurship; Innovation Systems; Industrialization; Open Innovation; incubators; Small and Medium Enterprises SMEs ;

   Abstract : Uganda’s economy is agro-based; although the country is land locked it has great potential for industrial development. It is well endowed with natural resources and salubrious climate, but with little success in transforming its agricultural and mineral wealth into processed commodities for local, regional and international markets. READ MORE

6. 4. Cluster Initiatives as Intermediaries : A Study of their Management and Stakeholders

   Author : Inessa Laur; Magnus Klofsten; Dzamila Bienkowska; Peter Van der Sijde; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : Cluster; cluster initiatives; intermediary organization; regional development; entrepreneurship; success factors; actors stakeholders and activities;

   Abstract : This dissertation offers a platform to understand the nature of cluster initiatives as a socio-economic phenomenon combining cluster, entrepreneurship and intermediary features. They are particular types of ventures facilitating networks and dialog platforms adjusted to local contexts and offering a way to enhance regional development. READ MORE

7. 5. Building Bridges and Breaking Bonds : Aspects of social capital in a regional strategic network

   Author : Jens Eklinder Frick; Lars Hallén; Lars-Torsten Eriksson; Håkan Pihl; Mälardalens högskola; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; social capital; regional strategic network; cluster; network; Business studies; Företagsekonomi; industriell ekonomi och organisation; Industrial Economics and Organisations;

   Abstract : Investing in cluster formation or encouraging companies to network in regional strategic networks is a common strategy used by municipalities to promote regional growth in peripheral regions. Previous research has investigated the significance of creating regional advantages by building clusters and regional networks, but researchers have not provided much insight into the problems facing the project management trying to implement such collaboration. READ MORE