This book rigorously explores the critical, initial stage of cluster emergence in which the seeds for further growth are sown. Whether economic growth actually occurs, however, ultimately depends on various regional conditions and the processes in place. The contributors offer a broad spectrum...

This book rigorously explores the critical, initial stage of cluster emergence in which the seeds for further growth are sown. Whether economic growth actually occurs, however, ultimately depends on various regional conditions and the processes in place

Contents: Introduction: Regional clusters and internationalization - complementary or contrasting fields of research? / Nils Grashof, Dirk Fornahl and Julius Becker -- Part I: Rethinking clusters: Conceptualization of cluster internationalization: 1. Strategic cluster coupling / Robert Hassink...