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Labour Economics - ECON244

The major focus of this unit is the use of economic theory and applied economics to analyse and evaluate the operation of the labour market and governments' labour market policies. Data and empirical studies from Australia and other countries are used to illustrate theories. Where appropriate alternative theoretical perspectives are emphasised. Indicative topics include: labour supply and demand; wage determination; internal labour markets; personnel economics; trade unions and wage bargaining; theory of discrimination; and job stability.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day

Staff Contact(s): Dr Michael Dobbie
Prerequisites:

ECON200 or ECON203 Prerequisite Information

Corequisites:

NCCW(s): ECON240, ECON314
Unit Designation(s):

Commerce; Economics

Unit Type:
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Economics

Faculty of Business and Economics

Timetable Information

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