@article{(Open Science Index):https://publications.waset.org/pdf/6620, title = {Estimating Cost of R&D Activities for Feasibility Study of Public R&D Investment}, author = {Ie-jung Choi}, country = {}, institution = {}, abstract = {Since the feasibility study of R&D programs have been initiated for efficient public R&D investments, year 2008, feasibility studies have improved in terms of precision. Although experience related to these studies of R&D programs have increased to a certain point, still methodological improvement is required. The feasibility studies of R&D programs are consisted of various viewpoints, such as technology, policy, and economics. This research is to provide improvement methods to the economic perspective; especially the cost estimation process of R&D activities. First of all, the fundamental concept of cost estimation is reviewed. After the review, a statistical and econometric analysis method is applied as empirical analysis. Conclusively, limitations and further research directions are provided.}, journal = {International Journal of Economics and Management Engineering}, volume = {6}, number = {11}, year = {2012}, pages = {2824 - 2827}, ee = {https://publications.waset.org/pdf/6620}, url = {https://publications.waset.org/vol/71}, bibsource = {https://publications.waset.org/}, issn = {eISSN: 1307-6892}, publisher = {World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology}, index = {Open Science Index 71, 2012}, }