Research Topic:
Impact of Internet Penetration on Business Innovation and Economic Growth in 15 Different Countries
Variables:
Independent Variable:
Internet penetration rate (% of population with internet access)
Dependent Variables:
Business Innovation: Number of patents granted per capita or percentage of firms using advanced technologies
Economic Growth: Real GDP growth rate
Justification:
Internet Penetration as Independent Variable: Internet access enables businesses to innovate, access new markets, and improve efficiency through technology adoption.
Business Innovation as Dependent Variable: Measured by indicators such as patents per capita or the percentage of firms using advanced technologies, which reflect the innovative capacity of businesses within a country.
Economic Growth (Real GDP Growth Rate) as Dependent Variable: Real GDP growth rate reflects overall economic performance, influenced by factors including technological advancement and business innovation.
*numerical data of at least 15 countries and 15 years minimum.
*10 Journal articles