What Seperates Labor Markets in Developing Nations from Developed Nations?

Exposé Écrit pour un Séminaire / Cours , 2003 , 38 Pages , Note: 2 (B)

Economie politique - Autres

The majority of the world’s population lives and works in developing countries. This
paper examines what might be the difference between labor markets in developing and
developed countries.
The paper first briefly looks at various definitions of the term “developing country”. It
then starts with the topic of migration, whose causes and consequences will be described. A
look at labor legislation follows with a focus on unemployment protection and insurance as
well as minimum wages.
Then, the paper examines how wages are determined when labor is organized and how
centralized the wage setting process takes place. The key difference that might be most
intuitive of all is next. Dualistic markets, the concept of formal and informal sectors, are
analyzed. The paper ends with various social aspects, such as the role of women, child labor
as well as health and nutrition, that separate labor markets in developing nations from
developing countries.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• 1. INTRODUCTION.
• 2. DEVELOPED OR DEVELOPING?
• 3. WHAT SEPARATES THEM?
  • 3.1. SECTORAL DISTINCTIONS
  • 3.2. MIGRATION
    • 3.2.1. Causes of Migration..
    • 3.2.2. Consequences of Migration..
  • 3.3. INSTITUTIONS
    • 3.3.1. Labor Legislation ...
      • 3.3.1.1. Employment-Protection
      • 3.3.1.2. Unemployment Benefits.
      • 3.3.1.3. Minimum Wage
    • 3.3.2. Bargaining
      • 3.3.2.1. Centralization of Wage Setting
      • 3.3.2.2. The Role of Unions
  • 3.4. DUALISTIC LABOR MARKETS
    • 3.4.1. Wage Differentials..
    • 3.4.2. Dualistic Labor Markets: Only in Developing Countries?
  • 3.5. SOCIAL ASPECTS
    • 3.5.1. The Role of Women
    • 3.5.2. Child Labor.
      • 3.5.2.1. Child Labor by Sector
      • 3.5.2.2. Global Differences..
      • 3.5.2.3. Causes of Child Labor.
      • 3.5.2.4. Levels of Severity
      • 3.5.2.5. Child Labor: Positive Aspects?.
    • 3.5.3. Health and Nutrition.
• 4. CONCLUSION.

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This paper aims to examine the significant differences between labor markets in developing and developed countries. By focusing on specific aspects such as sectoral distinctions, migration patterns, institutional frameworks, and dualistic labor markets, the paper seeks to shed light on the key factors contributing to these disparities.

• The paper explores the challenges and opportunities associated with labor markets in developing nations, highlighting the impact of factors like migration and institutional structures.
• It investigates the role of dualistic labor markets, particularly in developing countries, examining the concept of formal and informal sectors and their implications for workers.
• The paper delves into the complexities of child labor, including its causes, prevalence, and potential positive aspects.
• It examines the social aspects of labor markets in developing countries, considering the role of women, access to healthcare, and nutritional considerations.
• The paper provides insights into the challenges of defining and measuring development, examining traditional and newer approaches to classifying countries.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Chapter 1: Introduction. This chapter establishes the context of the paper, highlighting the disparity in income between developed and developing countries. It outlines the paper's structure, focusing on sectoral distinctions, migration, institutions, dualistic markets, and social aspects.
• Chapter 2: Developed or Developing?. This chapter explores different classifications and definitions of developing countries, examining both traditional and newer economic measures. It discusses the limitations of traditional measures and emphasizes the need for a multidimensional approach to understanding development.
• Chapter 3: What Separates Them?. This chapter delves into the key differences between labor markets in developed and developing countries. It examines sectoral distinctions, migration patterns, and institutional frameworks, including labor legislation, bargaining processes, and the role of unions.
• Chapter 3.1: Sectoral Distinctions. This section explores the role of different sectors in labor markets, comparing the sectoral structure of developed and developing countries.
• Chapter 3.2: Migration. This section examines the causes and consequences of migration, particularly its impact on labor markets in both developed and developing countries.
• Chapter 3.3: Institutions. This section delves into the role of institutions in shaping labor markets, focusing on labor legislation, unemployment protection, minimum wages, and bargaining processes.
• Chapter 3.4: Dualistic Labor Markets. This section examines the concept of dualistic labor markets, analyzing the differences between formal and informal sectors and their implications for wages and employment.
• Chapter 3.5: Social Aspects. This section explores various social aspects that differentiate labor markets in developed and developing countries, including the role of women, child labor, and access to healthcare and nutrition.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The paper explores the diverse aspects of labor markets in developing nations, focusing on key themes such as sectoral distinctions, migration, institutions, dualistic labor markets, and social aspects. It delves into concepts such as formal and informal sectors, wage differentials, labor legislation, bargaining processes, child labor, and the role of women. The paper also examines the challenges of defining and measuring development, considering traditional and newer approaches to classifying countries.

• Université: University of Freiburg (Economics)
• Cours: Job Markets in Developing Nations
• Note: 2 (B)
• Auteur: Sebastian Müller (Auteur)
• Année de publication: 2003
• Pages: 38
• N° de catalogue: V13289
• ISBN (ebook): 9783638189804
• ISBN (Livre): 9783656749394
• Langue: anglais
• mots-clé: Arbeitsmarkt, sector labour markets, developing countries, nations, work market, Entwicklungsland, Sektorale Arbeitsmärkte, Arbeit, child labour, institutions, Institutionen, Kinderarbeit, unions, Ge