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  Job Search Methods of Immigrants in the Labour Market


   College of Arts & Social Sciences

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Dr H Battu  Applications accepted all year round  Self-Funded PhD Students Only

About the Project

This project focuses on the job finding methods of ethnic group members and immigrants and examines what methods individuals use and the consequences in terms of the probability of gaining employment, earnings and job satisfaction. The project will also examine the role of ethnic segregation and the importance of ethnic networks in determining success in the labour market. This thesis will build on the existing research conducted by Dr Battu and the research would involve quantitative analysis of panel data or other large data sets. Prospective students need to have knowledge of statistical modelling software such as Stata. Applicants should have a Masters in Economics or a related quantitative discipline.

References

Battu, H., Seaman, P.T. and Y. Zenou (2011), “Job contact networks and the ethnic
minorities,” Labour Economics 18, 48-56.

Battu, H. and Y. Zenou (2010), “Oppositional identities and employment for ethnic minorities. Evidence for England,” Economic Journal 120, F52-F71.

Battu, H., McDonald, M. and Y. Zenou (2007), “Oppositional identities and the labor
market,” Journal of Population Economics 20, 643-667.
Patacchini, E. and Y. Zenou (2012), "Ethnic Networks and Employment Outcomes", Regional Science and Urban Economics, forthcoming.