Scientific Journal of KubSAU

This article investigates the development of entrepreneurial cluster set direction to support the creation of innovation clusters in Russia. In the face of increasing international competition, one of the most effective ways of development of small and medium-sized enterprises in the field of innovation is their clustering. We have discussed foreign experience of studying cluster initiatives and events on social development of the regions in the context of sociological knowledge about clusters. We have revealed the meaning of an innovation cluster and the difference between business and innovation clusters. The analysis has shown that a key advantage of the business cluster in relation to the network is the participation of state authorities, as well as functional and territorial factor. On the basis of the author's research we have highlighted a number of problems which solution has been carried out through the creation of business clusters