Labour Economicspresents a comprehensive study of labour market issues. Each chapter can be read as a self-standing summary of a particular subject or cumulatively in its overall labour economics context. Boxed summaries and revision questions conclude each chapter. The range of issues include:
* labour supply and demand
* productivity
* human capital
* labour market discrimination
* trade unions and labour markets
* unemployment and related issues - job search; vacancy analysis
As a comprehensive yet accessible text on the subject, Labour Economicsis essential reading for all economics students.