<P>Critically examining the concept of the entrepreneurial university, this book provides readers with a comprehensive and systematic review of its key features, the existing debates surrounding it and the results of detailed new research on the idea.</P><P></P><P>It:</P><P></P><UL><P><LI>reviews the emergence and development of the concept of the entrepreneurial university in an historical context </LI><LI>explores the impact of this concept on the development of a new focus and range of activities undertaken by universities.</LI><P></P></UL><P></P><P>A seminal reference work in the field, it is an indispensable tool for students and researchers in the areas of industrial economics, entrepreneurship and education management as well as a range of readers in the public policy arena. </P>