European Employment Stategy

Presentation (Elaboration) , 2003 , 14 Pages , Grade: 1,75

Politics - Topic: European Union

This essay is designed to give an overview over the development and the main features of the European Employment Strategy (EES). Furthermore it explains in brief the theoretical background of EES, mainly the open method of co-ordination (OMC).
Finally there is a short assessment of the value of EES and OMC for the European Integration process in social matters and in general.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
  • The development of the EES
    • The history of European Employment Strategy
    • Reasons for the establishment of the EES
  • The main features of the EES
    • The course of action
    • The reforms of EES in 2003
  • The theoretical background
    • Integration theories
    • The Open Method of Co-ordination (OMC)
    • The principles of the EES process
  • Assessment of the value of EES and OMC for the European Integration process

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This essay aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the European Employment Strategy (EES), encompassing its development, key features, and theoretical underpinnings. It delves into the open method of coordination (OMC) and assesses the EES's and OMC's contribution to European integration, particularly in social matters.

• The evolution and historical context of the European Employment Strategy
• The core principles and mechanisms of the EES, including the open method of coordination
• The theoretical frameworks underlying the EES, specifically integration theories
• The impact and effectiveness of the EES and OMC on European integration
• The challenges and complexities associated with implementing and coordinating employment policies across diverse national contexts

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Introduction: This chapter introduces the essay's scope and objectives, focusing on the European Employment Strategy (EES) and its theoretical foundation, the open method of coordination (OMC). It aims to analyze the EES's role in European integration, particularly in social matters.
• The European Employment Strategy (EES): This chapter explores the development of the EES, tracing its origins back to the "Delors' White Book" on Growth, Competitiveness and Employment from 1993. It examines the historical progression of the EES, highlighting key milestones such as the Essen Council in 1994, the Treaty of Amsterdam in 1997, and the Luxembourg Jobs Summit in 1997. The chapter also delves into the reasons for the establishment of the EES, including the need to address growing unemployment and structural challenges in national labor markets.
• The development of the EES: This section delves into the historical evolution of the European Employment Strategy (EES), tracing its roots back to the "Delors' White Book" on Growth, Competitiveness and Employment from 1993. It examines the key milestones in the development of the EES, highlighting the role of the Essen Council in 1994, the Treaty of Amsterdam in 1997, and the Luxembourg Jobs Summit in 1997. The chapter also analyzes the reasons for the establishment of the EES, including the need to address growing unemployment and structural challenges in national labor markets.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This essay explores the European Employment Strategy (EES) and its relationship to European integration, focusing on key themes like the open method of coordination (OMC), integration theories, national employment policies, and the challenges of coordinating diverse national labor markets. The essay delves into the historical development of the EES, the rationale for its establishment, and its role in addressing unemployment and structural challenges within the European Union. It also investigates the theoretical underpinnings of the EES, exploring relevant integration theories and the implications for European integration in social matters.

• College: University of Hamburg
• Grade: 1,75
• Author: Georg Schwedt (Author)
• Publication Year: 2003
• Pages: 14
• Catalog Number: V54535
• ISBN (eBook): 9783638497114
• Language: English
• Tags: European, Employment, Stategy