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ECON 426. Labour Economics.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Economics (Faculty of Arts)
Terms offered: Winter 2027
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Description

The determinants of labour supply, demand and the structure of earnings are considered. The economic effects of government policies, such as minimum wage laws, unemployment insurance, welfare and training programs and subsidies to higher education are analyzed. A rigorous theoretical and "hands on'' empirical approach is emphasized.
  • Prerequisite: ECON 230D1/D2 or ECON 250D1/D2 or ECON 306D1/D2.

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