Political Economy of Competitiveness

<p><em>The Political Economy of Competitiveness</em> offers an original perspective on the relationship between economic theory and policy. It places the issues within an accessible political economy perspective.<br> Rejecting the narrowness of mainstream economics the authors deploy an interdisciplinary approach to the problem of economic growth placing it in its historical and political context. Issues covered include:<br> * trade theory and policy<br> * industrial decline and policy<br> * markets competition and innovation<br> * globalisation unemployment and government policy.<br> The book provides a valuable guide to the major economic policy issues for both economists and business students.</p>