Training and promotion: allocation of skills or incentives

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Journal Article

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Publication date

June 1, 2010

Abstract:

This paper analyzes the impact of training on the probability of promotion. Results from the British Household Panel Survey indicate that training increases the probability of promotion of female workers, but not that of male workers. In terms of wages, men obtain significant returns from (general and specific) training acquired with their current employer, while women profit from general training. Overall, results suggest that career moves of women are importantly affected by the market value of their skills, while those of men fit better a model of promotions as providers of incentives.

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Industrial Relations

Volume

Volume: 49 (4):640-667

DOI

http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1468-232X.2010.00620.x

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