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Economics of labour markets

ECX2141

Synopsis

This unit provides an introduction to labour economics, emphasising various theoretical models of the labour market. The unit examines how workers and firms make decisions in the labour market, the operation of labour markets, including the role of institutions in the labour market, wage differentials, impact of unions and government on labour markets, labour quality, labour market discrimination and anti-discrimination policies. Special attention is given to the current labour market conditions.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

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Credit points
6
Level
2
Audience
Undergraduate
Type
Coursework
School
Faculty of Business and Economics
Faculty
Department of Economics
Handbook year
2026

Prerequisites (4)

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