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JournalISSN: 2045-2101

Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy 

Emerald Publishing Limited
About: Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy is an academic journal published by Emerald Publishing Limited. The journal publishes majorly in the area(s): Entrepreneurship & Public policy. It has an ISSN identifier of 2045-2101. Over the lifetime, 261 publications have been published receiving 2549 citations. The journal is also known as: Entrepreneurship and public policy & JEPP.

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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors explore the relevant literature from institutional economics and entrepreneurial studies, focusing on the important link between the two and discuss the implications for future research on the topic.
Abstract: This survey explores the important connection between institutions and entrepreneurship. Institutions consist of the formal and informal “rules of the game.” Entrepreneurs act within a context determined by these rules. The rules of the game create payoffs that make certain entrepreneurial opportunities more attractive than others. We explore the relevant literature from institutional economics and entrepreneurial studies, focusing on the important link between the two. Particular emphasis is placed on entrepreneurship within several different institutional settings — private for-profit, private nonprofit, and political — as well as the impact of entrepreneurship on institutions. We conclude by discussing the implications for future research on the topic. * We would like to thank the editors and an anonymous referee for detailed comments and suggestions. We would also like to thank Zac Rolnik for his patience and assistance throughout the process of preparing and revising this survey. Earlier versions of this survey were presented at the Mason Entrepreneurship Research Conference (MERC) Annual Conference, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, March 28, 2008 and at the IHS Social Change Workshop, Brown University, Providence, RI, June 23, 2008. We would like to thank the participants for their comments and suggestions. Full text available at: http://dx.doi.org/10.1561/0300000018

90 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the authors used the Kauffman Index of Entrepreneurial Activity (KIEA) as a measure of entrepreneurial activity to test whether entrepreneurship is a significant factor in explaining economic growth at the state level.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to test whether entrepreneurship is a significant factor in explaining economic growth at the state level.Design/methodology/approach – This paper, unlike previous work, uses the Kauffman Index of Entrepreneurial Activity (KIEA) as the measure of entrepreneurial activity. Based on standard growth regressions using real per capita gross state product, real per capita personal income and employment growth, we test for the independent role that entrepreneurial activity may have on state economic growth.Findings – We find that an increase in the level of entrepreneurial activity is robustly associated with an increase in economic growth. Such findings reinforce calls for policy changes at the state level that promote more productive entrepreneurship.Research limitations/implications – These conclusions are tentative. The findings are based on the growth of the 50 states over a relatively short period. A longer data set would be preferable, if data were available. Moreove...

75 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the authors proposed policy suggestions for the financing of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Asia-Pacific region, which includes both quantitative and qualitative components.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to propose policy suggestions for the financing of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Asia-Pacific region. Recent literature suggests that lack of capital is the most severe constraint for SME survival and growth. Enabling policymakers to assist SMEs in their search for financing will boost economic growth. Design/methodology/approach – The methodology includes both quantitative and qualitative components. Current World Bank data on the strength of various financial institutions in the countries of interest is analyzed to discover areas of improvement. Additionally, 32 experts from East and South Asia were interviewed several times to determine areas of concern in financing SMEs. Their responses and the evidence from the World Bank data form the basis of the policy prescriptions in the paper. Findings – Financing is a critical constraint for SMEs for several reasons. Many SME owners do not manage working capital effectively, information asymmetry between bank...

71 citations

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YearPapers
20234
202225
202126
202011
201944
201823