Investment in research and development and their impact on economic growth (GDP growth) of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Abstract

By investing in research and development, Bosnia and Herzegovina can achieve a competitive advantage in the market and play an important role in supporting research and development, because it can facilitate investments through tax policies and measures, cooperation between science, the state and companies, etc. It is important to note that all attempts to support stronger investments in research and development are fully justified, as they lead to economic growth and technological progress to Bosnia and Herzegovina. However, it is important that incentives are created in a way that not only implies investment growth, but also ensures their efficiency. More plastically, it is not only important how much will be invested in R&D, but also how, that is, what exactly will be invested in. Using theoretical models, numerous empirical studies have been conducted that examine the importance of investment in research and development and their impact on economic growth (GDP growth). Such empirical research differs in the selected variables, the type of statistical analysis and the results. The paper uses regression analysis models for selected macroeconomic indicators in the observed period. The aim of the research is to assess the effects of selected macroeconomic factors, especially the impact of investment in research and development on the growth of gross domestic product (dependent variable), and to answer the question whether investment in research and development (GERD) in Bosnia and Herzegovina is satisfactory?