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States and Economic Development

Author : Linda Weiss

Publisher : Polity

Page : 312 pages

File Size : 37,88 MB

Release : 1995-06-08

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 9780745614571

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Book Description

This book addresses the role of political institutions in economic performance, examining the changing state-economy relationships through a comparative history of political and economic development in Britain, USA, Russia, Japan, Taiwan and Korea.



The New Economic Role of American States

Author : R. Scott Fosler

Publisher : Oxford University Press

Page : 383 pages

File Size : 50,18 MB

Release : 1991-02-28

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 0198023243

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The growth of service and high-tech industries in recent years has dramatically altered the geographical distribution of businesses throughout America. Some states have had to attract new businesses to replace declining smokestack industries, while others have experienced the trauma of rapid economic growth. This collection of case studies of California, Massachusetts, Michigan, Tennessee, Arizona, Minnesota, and Indiana analyzes strategies and problems of economic evolution and the role of state institutions in the context of regional, national and world economic change.



Economic Development: a Review of State Actions

Author : Bill Lock

Publisher :

Page : 87 pages

File Size : 31,64 MB

Release : 1986

Category : Nebraska

ISBN :

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A report on the economic conditions & future development of the state of Nebraska. Four areas are emphasized: 1) Nebraska's economic climate and policies compared to other states; 2) review of published recent economic actions, strategies or evaluations of Iowa, Minnesota, and Kansas; 3) programs or strategies such as tax incentives, financing and business assistance programs of interest to Nebraska legislators; and 4) suggestions for further research.



Economic Development

Author : Steven G. Koven

Publisher : International City/County Management Association(ICMA)

Page : 220 pages

File Size : 48,75 MB

Release : 2003

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN :

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Comprehensive treatment of local economic development. Covers theory (classic and modern); tools (financing, tax policy, nonfinancial assistance); business attraction and retention; business creation (tools and current issues); the influence of high technology and education; and how to understand and evaluate the development readiness of each local environment. Detailed case studies highlight successful programs and also describe in detail the specific problems, challenges, and local realities that every development professional faces. Presents business-friendly innovations such as infrastructure improvements, site development, and training assistance. What is the role of government? What are the best targets for development? What is the importance of innovation? This book clarifies why each jurisdiction adopted the strategies it did and it presents the consequences of those strategies. Glossary and select bibliography.