Growth of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in MENA Countries: Constraints and Success Factors

Purpose: This study attempts to contribute to a better understanding of the main constraints/ boosters for MSME growth in selected countries of the MENA region (Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco and Jordan). Design/Methodology/Approach: A multinomial logit model is used to investigate the impact of a thre...

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Main Authors: Rim Ben Ayed Mouelhi, Monia Ghazali
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: CSRC Publishing 2021-06-01
Series:Sustainable Business and Society in Emerging Economies
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Online Access:http://publishing.globalcsrc.org/ojs/index.php/sbsee/article/view/1643
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Summary:Purpose: This study attempts to contribute to a better understanding of the main constraints/ boosters for MSME growth in selected countries of the MENA region (Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco and Jordan). Design/Methodology/Approach: A multinomial logit model is used to investigate the impact of a three-fold classification of firm growth determinants (company characteristics, manager characteristics and business environment characteristics). The database is provided by the World Bank Enterprise Surveys (MENA ES). Findings: Results give statistically robust evidence that innovative firms are more likely to grow. Implications/Originality/Value: Therefore, the implementation of efficient and well-governed systems of innovation is a priority in the MENA region.  
ISSN:2708-2504
2708-2172