EVALUATION OF REGIONAL COMPETITIVENESS BASED ON THE INDEX APPROACH

Purpose of the research. Comparative analysis and evaluation of the competitiveness of Kazakhstan’s regions in modern conditions.
Methodology. The article uses rating model for evaluating competitiveness of Kazakhstan’s regions based on indices, developed by Agency for research on investment profitability, operating under National chamber of Entrepreneurs of Kazakhstan (rating of competitiveness of Kazakhstan’s regions).
Originality / value. Classification of regions is carried out according to analysis of main socio-economic indicators of Kazakhstan regions, which originates in Concept of regional policy. The authors also calculated main indicators of competitiveness index of Kazakhstan regions according to National chamber of Entrepreneurs of Kazakhstan in order to determine the specifics of regions and identify directions for developing regional strategies.
Findings. Carried out analysis revealed the strengths and weaknesses of the regions of Kazakhstan. It is emphasized that a high level of regional competitiveness cannot be achieved without development of human resources and their rational use. In general, directions of regional policy are determined by chosen development scenario. The approach proposed by authors to methodology for evaluating regional competitiveness has a number of advantages - it reflects the specifics of regions, allows seeing the nearest competitors and determining directions of the region’s development strategy.

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