Valuation of intellectual capital in knowledge-based firms: The need for new methods in a changing economic paradigm

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Bose, Sanjoy and Thomas, Keith (2007) Valuation of intellectual capital in knowledge-based firms: The need for new methods in a changing economic paradigm. Management Decision, 45 (9). pp. 1484-1496. ISSN 0025-1747

Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to link two key disciplines in finance and science in a way which is representative of the many challenges in the development of the knowledge economy. However, the valuation of intangibles remains a contentious issue in finance. Design/methodology/approach – In this paper, the financial and economic issues pertaining to the valuation of intellectual capital are evaluated and addressed. Findings – An important aspect of raising capital is the ability to impute a fair value on the asset. Research limitations/implications – The investigative process involves evaluating and assessing the appropriateness and efficiency of current models and finds them to be inadequate in yielding the true value of intellectual capital employed in knowledge-intensive firms. Practical implications – A new methodology for valuation is indeed required, and this value driver valuation processes may produce significantly better understandings of the worth of intellectual capital in the knowledge economy. Originality/value – This paper evaluates various methods that are currently used and recommends the development of a valuation process for new and evolving technologies.

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Item type Article
URI https://vuir.vu.edu.au/id/eprint/8917
DOI 10.1108/00251740710828726
Official URL http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/00251740710828726
Subjects Historical > FOR Classification > 1501 Accounting, Auditing and Accountability
Historical > Faculty/School/Research Centre/Department > School of Management and Information Systems
Keywords ResPubID23036, asset valuation, intellectual capital, knowledge organizations
Citations in Scopus 21 - View on Scopus
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