Modern Labor Economics: Theory and Public Policy - International Student Edition

Modern Labor Economics: Theory and Public Policy is a leading text for one-semester courses in labor economics, providing a thorough overview of the modern theory of labor market behavior and practical applications. It offers a balance of theoretical coverage and real-world examples, with updated data and new examples such as COVID-19, gig work, nudges, and machine learning. Supplementary materials are available on the companion website.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 758 pages
\n Publication date: 15 November 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Modern Labor Economics: Theory and Public Policy, now in its fourteenth edition, remains the foremost text for one-semester courses in labor economics at the undergraduate and graduate levels. It provides a comprehensive exploration of the modern theory of labor market behavior, unveiling its application in analyzing public policy. Crafted with the consideration of students with limited economic backgrounds, the text strikes a balance between theoretical coverage and practical examples, enabling students to grasp concepts through real-world applications. The authors firmly believe that illustrating the social implications of the discussed concepts will further motivate students to engage in the learning process. Consequently, this text offers numerous instances of policy decisions that have been influenced by the ever-evolving labor market.

This new edition maintains its commitment to offering:

A harmonious blend of relevant and contemporary examples,

Comprehensive coverage of the current economic climate,

An introduction to fundamental methodological techniques and problems,

Essential tools for review and further study.

In this fourteenth edition, updated data is incorporated throughout, accompanied by an abundance of new examples, including the profound impact of COVID-19 lockdowns, the rise of gig work, the use of nudges, the dominance of monopsony power in the technology industry, and the transformative effects of machine learning on inequality. Additionally, supplementary materials for students and instructors are readily accessible on the book's companion website.

\n Weight: 1454g\n
Dimension: 181 x 258 x 46 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367346980\n
Edition number: 14 New edition\n