Understanding Local Economic Development - 2nd Edition

Name: Understanding Local Economic Development - 2nd Edition
Brand: Taylor & Francis > Oregon State University

Taylor & Francis > Oregon State University

Understanding Local Economic DevelopmentSecond Edition\nAuthor(s): Emil Malizia, Edward J. Feser, Henry Renski, Joshua Drucker\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367415341, 978-0367415341\nSynopsis\nThis book offers insights into the process and the practice of local economic development. Bridging the gap between theory and practice it demonstrates the relevance of theory to inform local strategic planning in the context of widespread disparities in regional economic performance.\n\nThe book summarizes the core theories of economic development, applies each of these to professional practice, and provides detailed commentary on them. This updated second edition includes more recent contributions - regional innovation, agglomeration and dynamic theories and presents the major ideas that inform economic development strategic planning, particularly in the United States and Canada. The text offers theoretical insights .