Title: Business incubators in China

Authors: Chen Jin, Yin Jinrong, Zhu Miao

Addresses: College of Management, The Zhejiang University, 20 Yugu Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China. College of Management, The Zhejiang University, 20 Yugu Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China. College of Management, The Zhejiang University, 20 Yugu Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China

Abstract: The establishment and development of Business Incubators is the key for the high technology industry. As a giant developing country, China has made efforts to accelerate the birth and growth of incubators, with the aim of catching up with technologically more advanced countries. This paper introduces the historical course of incubators in China. The basic function, location, types, management experience and problems are discussed. A future perspective for incubators in China is also included.

Keywords: business incubator; China.

DOI: 10.1504/IJEIM.2003.002219

International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management, 2003 Vol.3 No.1/2, pp.67-77

Published online: 12 Aug 2003 *

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