This book presents a comprehensive framework for understanding Special Economic Zones (SEZs) as a powerful tool for regional development, stimulating investment, creating employment opportunities, and supporting economic growth through tax incentives and other benefits. It explores the relationships between academic institutions, industry, policymakers, and institutional actors, and highlights how collaborations between public and private sectors drive economic growth. The book further provides insights into how these zones foster innovation, attract foreign investment, and promote regional advancement through an in-depth analysis of SEZ types such as export processing zones, free trade zones, and high-tech parks.

Drawing on global case studies, the book identifies key governance structures and labor policies that enhance SEZ performance. It also examines how strategic interventions can address labor market challenges, especially in developing countries. The book will appeal to scholars, policymakers, and stakeholders seeking to understand the role of SEZs in economic and employment growth worldwide.

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Alessia Berni is an Associate Professor of Organizational Studies at the Parthenope University of Naples, Italy, where she teaches organizational design, human resource management, and project management. She holds a Ph.D. in organization and business administration from the University of Molise, Italy. Berni is a faculty member of the PhD program in economics, management, and accounting at the Parthenope University of Naples. Her research focuses on organizational design, human resources management, and new institutional theory.