SMART SPECIALIZATION STRATEGY AND TOURISM TOWARDS AN INNOVATION-DRIVEN GROWTH AND ENTREPRENEURIAL DISCOVERY Cover Image

SMART SPECIALIZATION STRATEGY AND TOURISM TOWARDS AN INNOVATION-DRIVEN GROWTH AND ENTREPRENEURIAL DISCOVERY
SMART SPECIALIZATION STRATEGY AND TOURISM TOWARDS AN INNOVATION-DRIVEN GROWTH AND ENTREPRENEURIAL DISCOVERY

Author(s): Irma Imamović
Subject(s): National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Financial Markets, Marketing / Advertising, Tourism
Published by: Visoka škola “CEPS – Centar za poslovne studije” Kiseljak
Keywords: smart specialization strategies; innovation-driven growth; knowledge-sharing; tourism sector; EU policy; entrepreneurial discovery;

Summary/Abstract: The main purpose of this paper is to theoretically discuss a relatively new, multi-dimensional concept of smart specialization strategies (S3). Data from Scopus and Web of Science shape the literature review, including articles, OECD and European Commission (EC) report. The paper focuses on innovation, smart competitive advantage, and tourism destinations, using three distinct cases of Slovakia, Etna and Apulia (Italy). Finally, the paper concludes with recommendations, limitations and future avenues with important implication for both theory and practice.

  • Issue Year: 2020
  • Issue No: 1
  • Language: English