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Elgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given
area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject
in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of
travel. They are relevant but also visionary. Providing a critical
overview of cultural economics, this Research Agenda explores the
current state of affairs in the field, suggesting methods of
improvement for the coherency and progressiveness of future
research. Situating work in this area in its historical context,
Samuel Cameron draws together a range of international contributors
to explore the development of cultural economics. Undertaking a
thorough examination of matters of data quality, statistical
methodology and the challenge of new developments in technology,
chapters examine the different approaches to cultural economics.
The book explores the myriad ways in which the topic has been
neglected by mainstream economics, and examines reasons why it
needs to be considered, evaluated and explored in more detail in
our modern world. Current researchers in cultural economics, as
well as cultural policies and leisure studies will find this book
an invaluable read in exploring different ways to integrate
cultural economics into mainstream studies. This Research Agenda
will also be an invaluable aid for advanced students to create
discussions suitable for essay topics and dissertations.
Contributors include: S. Cameron, C. Peukert, J. Snowball, H.
Sonnabend, M. Zieba
The fourth industrial revolution is having a major impact on
industry and societies primarily because of what has been called
its raw material: data. New technologies are allowing
hyper-connection on a global scale, not only between people, but
also between people and machines and, in the case of the Internet
of Things, even amongst machines themselves. This book offers a
critical reflection on the meaning and expected consequences of the
fourth industrial revolution, with a particular focus on the advent
of digital globalisation and its implications for industrial
policy. Industrial revolutions are considered not only in terms of
technological progress, but also in the context of the changing
relationship between market and production dynamics, and the social
and political conditions enabling the development of new
technologies. Industrial Policy for the Manufacturing Revolution
aims to increase our capacity to anticipate and adapt to the
forthcoming structural changes. It outlines the type of industrial
policy and strategies that are needed in this era of rapid
transformation. The authors propose a 'comprehensive industrial
policy' that considers the complexity of structural changes
involving industry as well as institutions and social and education
policies, in order to encourage the participation of all citizens
in the development process. The book also features a concrete
example of comprehensive industrial policy implementation at the
regional level. This stimulating and thoughtful book makes the case
that industrial policies are more vital than ever, particularly now
as the economy undergoes a technological revolution. It will be
required reading for all those interested in industrial economics
and policy, business and technology.
Large infrastructure projects often face significant cost overruns
and stakeholder fragmentation. Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)
allow governments to procure long-term infrastructure services from
private providers, rather than developing, financing and managing
infrastructure assets themselves. Aligning public and private
interests and institutional logics to create robust, decades-long
service contracts subject to shifting economic and political
contexts is a significant cross-sectoral governance challenge. This
work summarizes over a decade of research conducted by scholars at
Stanford s Global Projects Center and multiple US and International
collaborators to enhance the governance of both infrastructure
projects and institutional investors, whose long term, cash flow
obligations align especially well with the kinds of long term
inflation-adjusted returns that PPP infrastructure projects can
generate. In these pages, multiple theoretical perspectives are
integrated and combined with empirical evidence to examine how
experiences from more mature PPP jurisdictions can help improve PPP
governance approaches worldwide. The information contained here
will appeal to engineering, economics, political science, public
policy and finance scholars interested in the delivery of
high-quality, sustainable infrastructure services to the citizens
in countries with established and emerging market economies.
Officials in national, state/provincial and local government
agencies seeking alternative financing and service provision
strategies for their civil and social infrastructure, and
legislators and their staff members interested in promoting PPP
legislation will find this book invaluable. It will also be of high
interest to long-term investment professionals from pension funds,
sovereign funds, family offices and university endowments seeking
to deploy money into the infrastructure asset class, and
practitioners seeking insights into methods for enhancing
stakeholder incentive alignment, reducing transaction costs and
improving project outcomes in PPPs. Contributors: B.G. Cameron, G.
Carollo, C.B. Casady, E.F. Crawley, K. Eriksson, W. Feng, M.J.
Garvin, K.E. Gasparro, R.R. Geddes, W.J. Henisz, D.R. Lessard, R.E.
Levitt, T. Liu, A.H.B. Monk, D.A. Nguyen, C. Nowacki, W.R. Scott,
R. Sharma, A.J. South
Lecture Notes in International Trade Theory covers classical
international trade models (including the Ricardian, Ricardo Viner,
and Heckscher-Ohlin-Samuelson models). The course is designed for
M.Sc. and first year PhD students. It relies on both graphical and
analytic methods, requiring only intermediate microeconomics and a
solid grounding in calculus. The material emphasizes 'second-best'
settings, where markets are imperfect. The goal is to equip
students with a good enough understanding of open-economy general
equilibrium relations that they understand how distortions ripple
across different markets, e.g. commodity and factor markets. The
Author applies these ideas to environmental and natural resource
problems, including pollution 'leakage' (where pollution reductions
in one country are offset by trading partners' increased pollution)
and imperfect property rights. Other applications include the
general equilibrium effects of commodity and trade taxes,
international transfers (the 'transfer problem'), minimum wage
constraints, and immiserizing growth. The Author assumes that
students have some experience in formulating and answering
comparative statics questions in an optimization setting. Building
on these skills, and developing the idea of stability in an
equilibrium setting (the Marshall Lerner condition), students learn
how to formulate and answer comparative static questions in trade
models.
"BRICS: The Emergence of a New World Order" is a comprehensive work that sheds light on the constantly evolving dynamics of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) and their growing role in shaping the future of the world. This book offers a complete and detailed analysis of BRICS, examining every aspect of their presence on the global stage.
The author, an expert in international relations and geopolitics, guides the reader through an informative journey that starts with the history and evolution of BRICS. From there, the book delves into a deep exploration of the economies of individual members, highlighting their strengths, challenges, and global impact. Political aspects are also at the forefront, with a meticulous analysis of the internal and external policies of BRICS countries and their diplomatic dynamics.
"BRICS: The Emergence of a New World Order" does not overlook international relations, examining BRICS' relationships with other global powers and their efforts to influence the global context. The concept of a "new world order" is explored, with an emphasis on BRICS' contributions to its definition and development.
Technology and innovation play a fundamental role in the analysis, with a keen focus on how BRICS are driving technological and scientific advancements. Sustainability and the fight against climate change are central themes, with an exploration of the policies adopted by BRICS to address environmental challenges.
The book also addresses social issues such as inequalities and human rights, offering a comprehensive overview of the challenges that BRICS must confront both internally and externally. Security and defense issues are detailed, with a focus on BRICS' security policies in the global context.
BRICS' role in international trade and the promotion of fair globalization is examined in depth. The discussion then shifts to the balance between globalization and nationalism, exploring how BRICS tackle these complex challenges.
Finally, the book looks into the future of BRICS, offering perspectives and future challenges in the context of the new world order. Each chapter is enriched with specific case studies, providing concrete examples of the dynamics at play.
"BRICS: The Emergence of a New World Order" is an essential work for anyone wishing to fully understand the role of BRICS in global politics, economics, and geopolitics. With comprehensive coverage and a balanced perspective, this book is an informative and enlightening guide for readers interested in global geopolitics and the emerging dynamics shaping our world.
Elgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given
area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject
in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of
travel. They are relevant but also visionary. Providing a critical
overview of cultural economics, this Research Agenda explores the
current state of affairs in the field, suggesting methods of
improvement for the coherency and progressiveness of future
research. Situating work in this area in its historical context,
Samuel Cameron draws together a range of international contributors
to explore the development of cultural economics. Undertaking a
thorough examination of matters of data quality, statistical
methodology and the challenge of new developments in technology,
chapters examine the different approaches to cultural economics.
The book explores the myriad ways in which the topic has been
neglected by mainstream economics, and examines reasons why it
needs to be considered, evaluated and explored in more detail in
our modern world. Current researchers in cultural economics, as
well as cultural policies and leisure studies will find this book
an invaluable read in exploring different ways to integrate
cultural economics into mainstream studies. This Research Agenda
will also be an invaluable aid for advanced students to create
discussions suitable for essay topics and dissertations.
Contributors include: S. Cameron, C. Peukert, J. Snowball, H.
Sonnabend, M. Zieba
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