SME's and European Integration

In easily accessible language, this book analyses the impact of Economic and Monetary Union on Small and Medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in Europe.
This work analyzes the impact of economic and monetary union on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Europe. It explains in a jargon-free manner the mechanisms of EMU and it's likely effect on SMEs. The book then goes on to explain and examine the results of seven case studies in Germany and France. Answers to many questions that have arisen over the years regarding SMEs and European integration can be found in the pages of this study. Birgit Hegge has succeeded in bringing together two interesting areas of research in an original and insightful manner. This book should be useful as a background reference for international economics and business students at an advanced level. The evidence and conclusions of this book should also make interesting reading for European policy makers along with those involved in European business.