Allocation and wage structure: differences between men and women

In this article allocation to job level and wage rates within job level are analysed in two consecutive steps, with special reference to the differences between men and women. To correct for selectivity bias in the wage equation a correction term based on the multinomial logit model, as proposed by...

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Published in:Applied economics 1994-02, Vol.26 (2), p.137-152
Main Authors: Schuld, Taïssia C. A., Schippers, Joop J., Siegers, Jacques J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied economics
Comparable worth
Comparative studies
Economic models
Economic theory
Employment
Estimating techniques
Human capital
Labour market
Netherlands
Sex discrimination
Sex roles
Sexes
Wage differential
Wage differentials
Wage rates
Wages & salaries
Women
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Summary:In this article allocation to job level and wage rates within job level are analysed in two consecutive steps, with special reference to the differences between men and women. To correct for selectivity bias in the wage equation a correction term based on the multinomial logit model, as proposed by Lee (1983) is used. In both steps factors derived from human capital theory and the segmented labour market theory are allowed to assert their influence. In addition, the relevance of crowding, heterogeneous human capital and personal and familial background is tested. Finally, a comparison is made with earlier, similar research for The Netherlands. This comparison highlights the importance of the connection between age, experience and exposure. Another significant finding is that during the eighties larger firms have become a more attractive option for career-oriented women.
ISSN:0003-6846
1466-4283
DOI:10.1080/00036849400000069