El emprendimiento: una aproximación internacional al desarrollo económico

El emprendimiento: una aproximación internacional al desarrollo económico
Author: Aragón-Sánchez, Antonio
Publisher: Ed. Universidad de Cantabria
Total Pages: 386
Release: 2017-09-28
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 8481028185

Querido lector, estamos seguros de que frases como “El emprendimiento como motor del crecimiento y desarrollo económico y social de los países” le resultan de sobra conocidas, ya que en los últimos años han sido habitualmente empleadas, tanto en el ámbito académico como social o político. Pero ¿podemos esperar que los efectos sean iguales en todos ellos? La obra que tiene en sus manos trata de contribuir a la respuesta de esta pregunta desde un enfoque internacional y multidisciplinar. Un amplio elenco de académicos y profesionales procedentes de países tan diversos como Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, España, México y Uruguay, aúnan sus conocimientos para alcanzar una visión de conjunto del fenómeno emprendedor. Confiamos en que la cuidada selección de trabajos, teóricos y empíricos, que emplean diversas y actuales metodologías tanto a nivel macro como micro, y que muestran experiencias de éxito en diferentes entornos económicos, será del interés de públicos tan diversos como son los investigadores, reguladores, políticos o los propios emprendedores. Al promover esta obra, la Universidad de Cantabria, la Universidad de La Habana y la Fundación FAEDPYME esperan estar contribuyendo al avance del conocimiento de este importante fenómeno, ayudando así al desarrollo de posibles políticas de fomento del emprendimiento.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Author: Martha Corrales-Estrada
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2019-09-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1789737036

The world of business is constantly changing. Here, a cast of key players from Latin America explore the conceptual foundations, methodologies, and tools for mini-cases and business challenges to innovation and entrepreneurship in emerging markets.

The Emerald Handbook of Entrepreneurship in Latin America

The Emerald Handbook of Entrepreneurship in Latin America
Author: Oscar Montiel
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Total Pages: 411
Release: 2022-06-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1800719574

The Emerald Handbook of Entrepreneurship in Latin America presents a detailed and extensive review of the most relevant literature published in Latin America, critically analysing and exposing historical processes along with emerging debates, suggesting future paths for its entrepreneurship ecosystems, agents, sectors and regions.

Handbook of Research on Social Entrepreneurship and Solidarity Economics

Handbook of Research on Social Entrepreneurship and Solidarity Economics
Author: Saiz-Álvarez, José Manuel
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 635
Release: 2016-05-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1522500987

Education programs in social entrepreneurship helps to create and fill jobs devoted to developing the local economy, which has become a dual transfer strategy by which a virtuous circle occurs between a retrofitted educational system based on social entrepreneurship, and vocational students who are highly entrepreneurial. The Handbook of Research on Social Entrepreneurship and Solidarity Economics focuses on practical experience and theoretical models for popularizing the concept of social entrepreneurship as a critical element of economic growth. Emphasizing the ways in which social entrepreneurship benefits developing regions, small and medium enterprises, and low-income communities, this handbook of research is a pivotal reference source for professionals, academics, and graduate-level students in the fields of economics, business administration, sociology, education, politics, and international relations.

Using the Narcotrafico Threat to Build Public Administration Capacity between the US and Mexico

Using the Narcotrafico Threat to Build Public Administration Capacity between the US and Mexico
Author: Donald E. Klingner
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2014-02-25
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1466571101

The current drug trafficking crisis between the US and Mexico is a "perfect storm" that has caused deaths, disappearances, and widespread fear of violence and insecurity in the border area between these two countries. Current US drug control policies with Mexico are based on a militarized system of border control and characterized by domestic gridl

The Weightless Economy in Economic Development

The Weightless Economy in Economic Development
Author: Danny Quah
Publisher:
Total Pages: 64
Release: 1999
Genre: Economic development
ISBN:

Can the increasing significance of knowledge-products in national income-the growing weightless economy-influence economic development? Those technologies reduce "distance" between consumers and knowledge production. This paper analyzes a model embodying such a reduction. The model shows how demand-side attributes--consumer attitudes on complex goods: training, education, and skills for consumption (rather than production)--can importantly affect patterns of economic growth and development. Evidence from the failed Industrial Revolution in 14th-century China illustrates the empirical relevance of the analysis.

Spanish Tourism Geographies

Spanish Tourism Geographies
Author: Asunción Blanco-Romero
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 481
Release: 2023-09-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3031397800

This book provides an overview of the progress in Spanish tourism geography, particularly after the overlay of financial, pandemic and climate crisis, by the scrutiny of the different geographical areas and variables of analysis. It shows the diversity of geographical environments and their varied relationship with tourism, from the emptied inland regions to urban heritage in historic centres to coastal resorts. The book also introduces the analysis of the most important variables when studying the implications of Spanish tourist specialization. How are the beaches with intensive tourist use managed? What socio-spatial processes do leisure-rooted migrations involve? What are the labour conditions in the Spanish tourism industry? How does saving water boost tourism growth? The book offers answers through a methodological specificity of Spanish geography, which is highly oriented towards the analysis of public policies and even the proposal of new planning and methodology formulas that go beyond diagnostic studies. The domestic perspective, or that of insiders, of these scientists residing in Spain bestows them with special codes for conducting interpretations and analyses based on their everyday proximity to a territory characterised by its intense touristification. The tourism and real estate specialisation that Spanish society, together with its territory and institutions, have forged since the beginning of “developmentalism” permeates this scientific analysis. By providing a strong conceptual and empirical portrait, this book is a great resource for students and scholars in geography of tourism, as well as for social scientists and policy makers.

Behind the Label

Behind the Label
Author: Edna Bonacich
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2000-06-28
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780520925595

In a study crucial to our understanding of American social inequality, Edna Bonacich and Richard Appelbaum investigate the return of sweatshops to the apparel industry, especially in Los Angeles. The "new" sweatshops, they say, need to be understood in terms of the decline in the American welfare state and its strong unions and the rise in global and flexible production. Apparel manufacturers now have the incentive to move production to wherever low-wage labor can be found, while maintaining arm's-length contractual relations that protect them from responsibility. The flight of the industry has led to a huge rise in apparel imports to the United States and to a decline in employment. Los Angeles, however, remains a puzzling exception in that its industry employment has continued to grow, to the point where L.A. is the largest center of apparel production in the nation. Not only the availability of low-wage immigrant (often undocumented) workers but also the focus on moderately priced, fashion-sensitive women's wear makes this possible. Behind the Label examines the players in the L.A. apparel industry, including manufacturers, retailers, contractors, and workers, evaluating the maldistribution of wealth and power. The authors explore government and union efforts to eradicate sweatshops while limiting the flight to Mexico and elsewhere, and they conclude with a description of the growing antisweatshop movement. Los Angeles Times Best Nonfiction Book of 2000

Startup Communities

Startup Communities
Author: Brad Feld
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 183
Release: 2012-09-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1118483316

An essential guide to building supportive entrepreneurial communities "Startup communities" are popping up everywhere, from cities like Boulder to Boston and even in countries such as Iceland. These types of entrepreneurial ecosystems are driving innovation and small business energy. Startup Communities documents the buzz, strategy, long-term perspective, and dynamics of building communities of entrepreneurs who can feed off of each other's talent, creativity, and support. Based on more than twenty years of Boulder-based entrepreneur turned-venture capitalist Brad Feld's experience in the field?as well as contributions from other innovative startup communities?this reliable resource skillfully explores what it takes to create an entrepreneurial community in any city, at any time. Along the way, it offers valuable insights into increasing the breadth and depth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem by multiplying connections among entrepreneurs and mentors, improving access to entrepreneurial education, and much more. Details the four critical principles needed to form a sustainable startup community Perfect for entrepreneurs and venture capitalists seeking fresh ideas and new opportunities Written by Brad Feld, a thought-leader in this field who has been an early-stage investor and successful entrepreneur for more than twenty years Engaging and informative, this practical guide not only shows you how startup communities work, but it also shows you how to make them work anywhere in the world.