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Local Economic Development: Analysis, Practices, And Globalization
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Local Economies Are The Building Blocks For National Ones. An Updated And Expansive Core Text, The Second Edition Of Local Economic Development: Analysis, Practices, And Globalization Provides A Comprehensive Introduction To The Economics Of Local Economic Development. Delving Into Cuttingedge Topics Such As Cluster Analysis, Creative Class Orientation, Competitive Advantage, Social Capital, Business Expansion And Retention, And Learning Regions, This Clearly Written Interdisciplinary Text Connects Theories With Reallife Examples And Offers The Reader Pragmatic Tools For Future Application, Including A Valuable Howto Understanding Regarding Important Qualitative Tools And Their Interpretation.Importantly, This Text Is Uniquely Accessible To Students Who Lack A Background In The Field Of Economics.New To This Editionoffers A Global Emphasis: Local Economic Development Is Clearly Linked To National Development Throughout, Making The Text Useful For Adding An International Component To Traditional National Economic Development Courses. Features An Institutionalist Focus: The Text Describes The Ways Political And The Social Environments Interact With And Influence The Local Development Process, Giving Instructors Opportunities To Localize Course Material. It Also Addresses Equity Issues And The Importance Of Interregional Linkages, Demonstrating The Importance Of An Interdisciplinary Approach. Demonstrates Comparative Versus Competitive Advantages: The Author Illustrates The Changing Perceptions Of The Sources Of Local Advantages, Given The Dynamic Global And Technological Environments. Provides Valuable Information On Careers In The Field: Students Will Learn About Jobs Where Knowledge Of Local Economic Development Is A Primary Or Useful Requirement, From Opportunities As Development Officials In Local Agencies To Banking To Community Development.Intended Audiencethis Is An Ideal Core Text For Undergraduate And Graduate Students Of Economics, Political Science, Geography, Public Administration, And Urban And Regional Planning. It Is Also A Valuable Resource For Economic Development Professionals, Ngos, County Commissioner Offices And Others Involved In The Economic Aspects Of Local Economic Development.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Local Economic Development: Analysis, Practices, and Globalization'? A: The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the economics of local economic development, emphasizing the connection between local economies and national development.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Local Economic Development: Analysis, Practices, and Globalization' is John P. Blair.
- Q: What topics are covered in the second edition of this book? A: This edition covers topics such as cluster analysis, competitive advantage, social capital, business expansion, and learning regions, among others.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students without an economics background? A: Yes, the text is designed to be accessible to students who lack a background in economics, making it suitable for a wider audience.
- Q: What unique features does the second edition offer? A: The second edition offers a global emphasis, an institutionalist focus on political and social environments, and insights into careers in local economic development.
- Q: What is the intended audience for this book? A: The book is intended for undergraduate and graduate students in economics, political science, geography, public administration, and urban planning, as well as economic development professionals and NGOs.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 328 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was the second edition of this book published? A: The second edition was published on July 3, 2008.