In the following Essay the authors wants to compare the two geographic neighbors Denmark and Germany and their different measures of active labour market policies that they have implemented in their systems. Active labour market policies have a long history that is going back to the so-called Rehn-Meidner model which was born in the 1960`s in Sweden, but the research about this topic is not that old and goes back with its begins to the the years between 1990 and 2000.
On the one hand, when you think about nowadays research literature the most experts agree that the champion of ALMPs comes from Denmark. This small nordic country is often seen as a paradigm and model at ALMPs. On the other hand we have Germany, a country with a booming economy and every year new records with total numbers of employments. Both countries have strongly developed economies and low unemployment rates. The author wants to compare these successful countries and wants to focus on the impact of Active Labour Market Policies.
Unemployment is one of the biggest problems in every nations economy. How is it possible to get as much as possible people in longterm employment. How can you help to prevent long-term unemployment? How can you prepare your human capital well for the labor market trough life-long-learning in a fast-paced world? And how can guarantee a certain flexibility on the other side for your open, globalized and innovative economy? So what are the right measures to achieve your labor market policy goals?
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- I. Introduction
- II. What are active labor market policies?
- A. Job search assistance
- B. Training and qualification measures
- C. Promotion of employment in the private sector
- D. Employment in the public sector
- III. History of active labor market policies in Germany
- IV. History of active labor market policies in Denmark
- V. A comparison between Germany and Denmark
- VI. Conclusion & Challenges for the Future
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the concept of active labor market policies (ALMPs) and examines their implementation and effectiveness in two European countries: Germany and Denmark. The essay aims to compare the approaches and outcomes of these policies in both nations, highlighting their historical evolution, key features, and potential challenges.
- Evolution of active labor market policies in Germany and Denmark
- Comparative analysis of ALMPs in both countries
- The impact of ALMPs on unemployment rates and labor market performance
- Challenges and future directions for ALMPs
- The role of welfare state models in shaping ALMPs
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- I. Introduction: The introduction provides a general overview of the topic and highlights the importance of active labor market policies in addressing unemployment and promoting economic growth. It also sets the stage for a comparative analysis of Germany and Denmark.
- II. What are active labor market policies?: This chapter defines active labor market policies and explains their purpose within the context of the welfare state. It outlines four main types of ALMPs, including job search assistance, training and qualification measures, promotion of private sector employment, and public sector job creation.
- III. History of active labor market policies in Germany: This chapter delves into the historical development of active labor market policies in Germany. It traces their origins back to the 1970s and examines the role of various political actors and events in shaping the German ALMP system. The chapter also discusses the impact of these policies on unemployment rates and labor market participation in Germany.
- IV. History of active labor market policies in Denmark: Similar to the previous chapter, this section explores the historical development of active labor market policies in Denmark. It highlights key milestones and policy changes that have characterized the Danish ALMP system, providing a context for understanding current policies and their outcomes.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The core focus of this essay lies within the field of labor market policy, specifically examining active labor market policies (ALMPs). Key terms include: unemployment, job search assistance, training and qualification measures, private sector employment, public sector employment, welfare state models, social-democratic regime, conservative-corporatist regime, comparative analysis, Germany, Denmark, and Esping-Anderson typology. These keywords encapsulate the main themes and research focus of the work.
- Quote paper
- Marius Heil (Author), 2019, Active Labour Market Policies in Germany and Denmark. A comparison, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/993987
