Abstract
In this chapter, we review small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) internationalization in Scotland from both academic and policy-making stances. After providing some background information on Scottish SME internationalization, it is proposed that SMEs in Scotland follow the ‘ACE’ model as far as policy-makers are concerned. Although statistics shows that Scotland has sustained itself to be an open and innovation-driven economy, the academic attention appears to be limited on Scotland-context research and we call for more empirical efforts to support Scottish SME managers and policy-makers. This chapter concludes with recommendations and future prospects for Scottish SMEs.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Handbook of Research on International Entrepreneurship Strategy |
Subtitle of host publication | Improving SME Performance Globally |
Publisher | Edward Elgar Publishing |
Pages | 333-350 |
Number of pages | 18 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781783471584 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781783471577 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 27 Nov 2015 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Economics, Econometrics and Finance(all)
- General Business,Management and Accounting