Business Associations


In the emerging world economic order, there is a new role for membership associations and chambers of businesses. While, in the past, these Associations were considered essentially in terms of their lobbying roles, in the emerging business environment, they can and need to perform a more constructive role, as providers of business development services. ISED, on its own and in co-operation with several international organizations and Business Schools, have conducted studies and other initiatives relating to this vital constituency. These studies enable researchers and practitioners to understand the present and potential role of Associations and Chambers.



  • A Situational Analysis of Small Industry Associations in India
  • New Opportunities and Challenges for Small Business Associations in India
  • Small Enterprise Associations and Business Development Services in India
  • Small Industry Associations in Andhra Pradesh: Agents of Progress or Retardation?