%T Measuring the economic contribution of cultural industries




%I UNESCO Institute for Statistics
%D 2013

%K Economics



%U https://apo.org.au/node/33142

%X This 2012 update of a 2009 study provides an overview of current methods for measuring the contribution of cultural industries in today’s economy.
Cultural industries are becoming important components of today’s economy, propelling innovation and development. Evidence suggests that cultural industries, which can encompass everything from the performing arts and museums to film production and video games, contribute to gross domestic product and employment, and can improve a country’s foreign trade position and competitiveness.
%9 Report