Modern Labour Economics

Peter Sloane (University of Wales, UK), Paul Latreille (University of Wales, UK), Nigel O'Leary (University of Wales, UK) , Philip Murphy

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Routledge
18 February 2013

Economics & Business; Labour economics; Personnel & human resources management

Labour economics as a discipline has changed dramatically in recent years. Gone are the days of a ""job for life"". These days, firms and employees are part of a less regulated, more fluid, and more international labour market and knowledge, training, human resource development and human capital are all major factors on the contemporary scene.

This new textbook is the first properly international textbook to reflect these swingeing changes. Its key areas of concentration include: the increasing importance of human capital including education and occupational choice the major subdivision of personnel economics including economic inactivity and absenteeism comparative cross country studies and the impact of globalization and migration on national labour markets equal opportunities and issues of discrimination on the basis of race, gender and disability.

Other issues explored include the supply and demand of labour, wages, the current role of trade unions and working time. The book is written in a clear, accessible way with some mathematical exposition, reflecting the text's grounding in current microeconomic theory. The book also contains case studies designed to illuminate theoretical concepts and exercises and discussion questions to test the students understanding of the various concepts outlined in the text.

By: Peter Sloane (University of Wales UK), Paul Latreille (University of Wales, UK), Nigel O'Leary (University of Wales, UK), Philip Murphy
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 189mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 780g
ISBN: 9780415469814
ISBN 10: 0415469813
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 18 February 2013
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Labour Force Participation 2. The Labour Supply Curve 3. Investment in Human Capital 4. Changing Jobs: The Economics of Job Search 5. The Demand for Labour 6. Extensions of Labour Demand: Mismatches in the Labour Market 7. Trade Unions 8. Bargaining and Conflict 9. The Structure of Labour Markets 10. Wage Incentives 11. Labour Market Policy

Peter Sloane is Professor of Economics at Swansea University, UK. He is the Director of the Welsh Economy Labour Market Evaluation and Research Centre and author of Employment Equity and Affirmative Action: An International Comparison (2003). Paul L. Latreille is Senior Lecturer in Economics at Swansea University, UK. He is an expert on vocational training, industrial (employment) tribunals; disability and inactivity. Nigel O'Leary is Senior Lecturer in Economics at Swansea University, UK. His research interests include the economics of discrimination, public sector wage determination, the economics of education and the Welsh economy. Philip Murphy is Professor of Economics at Swansea University, UK. His main areas of activity include European labour markets, wage structures, trade unions and public sector pay.

Reviews for Modern Labour Economics

This new book covers a comprehensive, in depth and example rich analysis of the theoretical and empirical foundations of Labour Economics. It strikes a very good balance between 'classical' models and new research frontiers of the subject matter. Scholars and students interested in the changing shape of labour markets, especially in the UK context, will find this extremely valuable. Dr Randolph Bruno, University College London, UK ã This book offers a fresh, in-depth and extremely well-resourced coverage of labour economics concepts, with numerous applications relevant to the undergraduate and postgraduate student, as well as to researchers in the field.ã The comprehensive treatment of the relevant theory is supported by numerical analysis (algebra) inserts, while case studies are presented alongside an eclectic mix of relevant empirical articles.ã It is, thus, a must-have and must-read book for labour economists, in view of the high level of useful information presented within a modern and inspiring structure that delivers both quantitative and qualitative detail, as well as an interesting and usefulã balance between theory and its wide applications. Dr. Alina Ileana Petrescu, University of Central Lancashire, UK ã A truly comprehensive and contemporary textbook on Labour Economics incorporating theory as well as relevant and interesting examples and case studies. Its particular strength is that it incorporates several models, based on a rich survey of research literature, to explain a concept. This will enable students to get a clear understanding about the complexity of the functioning of labour markets and related issues. Dr Amita Dharmadhikary-Yadwadkar, University of Pune, India ã Sloane, Latreille and O'Leary have produced an excellent book which takes readers to the frontier of contemporary labour economics research. The book blends the latest theoretical developments, including search theory and asymmetric information, with up-to-date empirical facts and current policy debates. I highly recommend Modern Labour Economics to advanced undergraduate and post-graduate students, and to all researchers grappling with contemporary labour market issues. Professor Garry Barrett, The University of Sydney, Australia