Multimedia super corridor, malaysia: Knowledge-based urban development lessons from an emerging economy

• Published in: VINE
• Main Author: Yigitcanlar T.; Sarimin M.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Emerald Group Holdings Ltd. 2015
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84922701990&doi=10.1108%2fVINE-06-2014-0041&partnerID=40&md5=6a536c1959279e1b46a0ab3d4214ea82

Purpose – This paper aims to investigate and provide insights on knowledge-based urban development (KBUD) in the context of emerging economies. KBUD has been an effective strategy and an opportunity for emerging economies for catching up with the developed economies. Design/methodology/approach – The paper scrutinizes the Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC) of Malaysia by focusing on the planning, development and orchestration of the knowledge corridor. Findings – The paper reveals a number of lessons and insights drawn from the development of MSC as the largest manifestation of the KBUD initiative in Malaysia. Originality/value – The paper provides lessons and recommendations on the planning, development and management of KBUD for emerging economies that are seeking a prosperous development. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited.