The objective of this course is to examine the fundamental dynamics of the labor market around traditional and contemporary issues.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to Labor Economics,Labor Supply,Population, Participation Rates and Hours of Work,Human Capital,Labor Demand,Equilibrium in the Labor Market,Wage Determination,The Wage Structure,Labor Mobility and Migration,Labor Market Discrimination,Labor Unions,Employment and Unemployment,Government Policies and the Labor Market -1,Government Policies and the Labor Market -2.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. Will be able to explain the equilibrium in the labor market from a theoretical perspective.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
1.1 Attain knowledge on basic concepts in the field.
1.2 Analyze the labor supply in the market.
1.3 Analyze the labor demand in the market.
2. Will be able to understand the role of human capital in the labor market.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
2.1 Explain the qualitative dynamics regarding labor force.
2.2. Discuss the impact of formal education and post-school training on the labor market.
3. Will be able to analyze the dynamics behind wages in a theoretical framework.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
3.1 Understand wage determination and the allocation of labor.
3.2 Have a command of wage structure in different types of markets.
3.3 Assess compensating wage differentials.
4. Will be able to explain various factors affecting the labor market.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
4.1 Understand labor mobility.
4.2 Establish the link between the labor market and migration.
4.3 Make comments on labor market discrimination.
5. Will be able to make policy suggestions regarding the labor market.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
5.1 Understand the main dynamics between government and the labor market.
5.2 Assess the public sector employment.
5.3 Makes suggestions for enhancing labor market productivity.
Contemporary Labor Economics, Campbell R. McConnell, Stanley L. Brue, David A. Macpherson, McGraw Hill, 12e
Biçerli, M.Kemal, Çalışma Ekonomisi, 2019, ISBN: 9786052425022
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Labor Economics, George J. Borja, McGraw Hill, 8e
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Defines the theoretical issues in the field of business administration
X
2
Describes the necessary qualitative and quantitative methods in the field of business and management.
X
3
Uses at least one computer program in the field of business and management
4
Sustains proficiency in a foreign language required for business and management.
X
5
Prepares managerial investment projects and work in a team.
X
6
Constantly renews himself / herself by following developments in business and management with an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning through critically evaluating the knowledge and skills that s/he has got.
X
7
Uses theoretical and practical expertise in the field of business administration
X
8
Follows up-to-date technology using a foreign language at least A1 level, holds verbal / written communication.
X
9
Adopts organizational / institutional and social ethical values.
X
10
Within the framework of service responsiveness, adopts social responsibility principles and takes initiative when necessary.
X
11
Uses and analyses basic facts and data in different disciplines (economics, finance, sociology, law, business) in order to conduct interdisciplinary studies.
X
12
Uses and Analyses the fundamental and advanced techniques in the field to enhance business performance, productivity, sustainability,innovation and research, efficiency and effectiveness.
X
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
40
Rate of Final Exam to Success
60
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
0
0
0
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
0
0
0
Term Project
3
6
18
Presentation of Project / Seminar
0
0
0
Quiz
1
8
8
Midterm Exam
1
30
30
General Exam
1
40
40
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
138
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(138/30)
5
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course
Code
Semester
T+P (Hour)
Credit
ECTS
LABOR ECONOMICS
-
Spring Semester
3+0
3
5
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course Type
Elective
Course Coordinator
Prof.Dr. Rana ATABAY KUŞÇU
Name of Lecturer(s)
Lect.Dr. Dilek YOMRALIOĞLU
Assistant(s)
Aim
The objective of this course is to examine the fundamental dynamics of the labor market around traditional and contemporary issues.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to Labor Economics,Labor Supply,Population, Participation Rates and Hours of Work,Human Capital,Labor Demand,Equilibrium in the Labor Market,Wage Determination,The Wage Structure,Labor Mobility and Migration,Labor Market Discrimination,Labor Unions,Employment and Unemployment,Government Policies and the Labor Market -1,Government Policies and the Labor Market -2.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. Will be able to explain the equilibrium in the labor market from a theoretical perspective.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
1.1 Attain knowledge on basic concepts in the field.
1.2 Analyze the labor supply in the market.
1.3 Analyze the labor demand in the market.
2. Will be able to understand the role of human capital in the labor market.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
2.1 Explain the qualitative dynamics regarding labor force.
2.2. Discuss the impact of formal education and post-school training on the labor market.
3. Will be able to analyze the dynamics behind wages in a theoretical framework.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
3.1 Understand wage determination and the allocation of labor.
3.2 Have a command of wage structure in different types of markets.
3.3 Assess compensating wage differentials.
4. Will be able to explain various factors affecting the labor market.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
4.1 Understand labor mobility.
4.2 Establish the link between the labor market and migration.
4.3 Make comments on labor market discrimination.
5. Will be able to make policy suggestions regarding the labor market.
10, 14, 16, 9
A, G
5.1 Understand the main dynamics between government and the labor market.
5.2 Assess the public sector employment.
5.3 Makes suggestions for enhancing labor market productivity.
Contemporary Labor Economics, Campbell R. McConnell, Stanley L. Brue, David A. Macpherson, McGraw Hill, 12e
Biçerli, M.Kemal, Çalışma Ekonomisi, 2019, ISBN: 9786052425022
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Labor Economics, George J. Borja, McGraw Hill, 8e
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Defines the theoretical issues in the field of business administration
X
2
Describes the necessary qualitative and quantitative methods in the field of business and management.
X
3
Uses at least one computer program in the field of business and management
4
Sustains proficiency in a foreign language required for business and management.
X
5
Prepares managerial investment projects and work in a team.
X
6
Constantly renews himself / herself by following developments in business and management with an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning through critically evaluating the knowledge and skills that s/he has got.
X
7
Uses theoretical and practical expertise in the field of business administration
X
8
Follows up-to-date technology using a foreign language at least A1 level, holds verbal / written communication.
X
9
Adopts organizational / institutional and social ethical values.
X
10
Within the framework of service responsiveness, adopts social responsibility principles and takes initiative when necessary.
X
11
Uses and analyses basic facts and data in different disciplines (economics, finance, sociology, law, business) in order to conduct interdisciplinary studies.
X
12
Uses and Analyses the fundamental and advanced techniques in the field to enhance business performance, productivity, sustainability,innovation and research, efficiency and effectiveness.
