Search, matching and training

Christopher Flinn, Ahu Gemici, Steven Laufer

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Abstract

We estimate a partial and general equilibrium search model in which firms and workers choose how much time to invest in both general and match-specific human capital. To help identify the model parameters, we use NLSY data on worker training and we match moments that relate the incidence and timing of observed training episodes to outcomes such as wage growth and job-to-job transitions. We use our model to offer a novel interpretation of standard Mincer wage regressions in terms of search frictions and returns to training. Finally, we show how a minimum wage can reduce training opportunities and decrease the amount of human capital in the economy.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)260-297
Number of pages38
JournalReview of Economic Dynamics
Volume25
Early online date14 Feb 2017
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2017

Keywords

  • Human capital investment, Matching and bargaining, Minimum wage, Wage growth

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