Offered
Clayton First semester 2008 (Day)
Synopsis
Contrasting theoretical models of the labour market, with emphasis on the neo-classical model, wage efficiency model and internal labour markets; analysis of the role of trade unions in the labour market; theory of discrimination in the labour market; contrasting theoretical views of the Phillips curve; application of this analysis to a discussion of issues with an emphasis on contemporary issues such as labour market flexibility, discrimination and unemployment.
Assessment
Within semester assessment: 35%
Examination (2 hours): 65%
Contact hours
Three contact hours per week
Prerequisites
ECC2000 and ECC2010 or equivalent
Prohibitions
ECC4371
