The University and the Economy: Pathways to Growth and Economic Development

Geuna, Aldo

ISBN 10: 178254948X / ISBN 13: 9781782549482

Published by Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd, 2015

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The University and the Economy: Pathways to Growth and Economic Development
• Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 178254948X
• ISBN 13: 9781782549482
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Like New
• Weight: 480 grams

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Synopsis

The University and the Economy provides an in-depth exploration of the many ways in which universities contribute to economic development and growth. By providing readers with theoretical tools and evidence to explain the means by which university activities impact the economic system, the book offers a robust analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of specific university systems.

In offering a solid foundation of conceptual and statistical knowledge, this book supports the current debate on the role of the university in the contemporary economy. It also offers insights to enhance understanding of why some university systems are not contributing to their economies as well as others. The book adopts an economic perspective, which allows the actions of universities, as well as the individuals who study and work within them, to be analyzed in the context of economic models of behavior. From this perspective, it explains the organization, governance and funding of universities' activities and explores how these could be structured to improve their efficiency and effectiveness.

Academics, policymakers, managers and professionals working in universities will find a wealth of valuable information in this book. It will also be of interest to undergraduate and postgraduate students of science and technology policy, higher education economics and the economics and management of innovation.

About the Author

Aldo Geuna, Professor, University of Torino and Collegio Carlo Alberto, Italy and Federica Rossi, Lecturer, Birkbeck, University of London, UK