Model of Competitiveness Policies and the Development of a Knowledge-based Economy

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Document Type : Original Article

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1 Department of Humanities , , Technical and Vocational University(TVU), Tehran, Iran

2 Faculty Member

3 Razi University

4 Ph.D. graduate in Information Technology Management, Faculty Entrepreneurship, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran

10.48301/kssa.2023.392133.2508

Abstract

Competitiveness is a key criterion for evaluating the degree of success of countries in creating employment, improving the business environment, and forming and developing a knowledge-based economy. Competitiveness is a multi-faceted structure and in many cases there are disagreements about its dimensions and criteria. Therefore, policy makers are facing many challenges to understand and improve the level of competitiveness. This research was carried out with the aim of compiling a model of competitiveness policies in the direction of the development of knowledge-based economy, and from the point of view of the purpose, it is practical and its approach is quantitative-survey. First, by reviewing the research literature, 37 indicators were extracted. Then, using Content Validity Ratio, 15 experts evaluated these indicators, and three indicators were eliminated. Next, other confirmed dimensions and indicators were investigated through a questionnaire with a 5-point Likert scale. The statistical sample of the research includes 214 managers and expert experts related to the issue of competitiveness and knowledge-based companies. Evaluation of the model and indicators was done with the help of confirmatory factor analysis. SPSS26 and AMOS24 software were used for data analysis. The final model with 34 indicators and 7 components including the market, macroeconomics, institutions, financial system, human resources, infrastructure, technology has appropriate validity in the framework of competitiveness policies. The extracted model is designed as a suitable tool for understanding and measuring competitiveness policies in line with the knowledge-based economy, and in addition to its scientific application, it also has practical and operational value.

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Karafan Quarterly Scientific Journal

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 04 September 2023

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  • Receive Date: 06 April 2023
  • Revise Date: 20 June 2023
  • Accept Date: 30 August 2023

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