The aim of this paper is to explore some crucial factors playing a significant role in employment decision-making. In particular, we aim at investigating the influence of family background on the choice to become a self-employed rather than a salaried; for this end, a series of regression models for categorical data are estimated both on sampled workers, taken as a whole, and by gender separation. In this light, to test if the occupational choice is context-dependent, environmental attributes are also modelled. In addition to a diversity of determinants, obtained results shed light on some differences between self-employed workers by first and second generation. Finally, by testing a two-level small area model, integrating the use of unit and area level covariates, we look into potential differentials of employment patterns across Italian regions.

Generational Determinants on the Employment Choice in Italy

QUINTANO C;
2009-01-01

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to explore some crucial factors playing a significant role in employment decision-making. In particular, we aim at investigating the influence of family background on the choice to become a self-employed rather than a salaried; for this end, a series of regression models for categorical data are estimated both on sampled workers, taken as a whole, and by gender separation. In this light, to test if the occupational choice is context-dependent, environmental attributes are also modelled. In addition to a diversity of determinants, obtained results shed light on some differences between self-employed workers by first and second generation. Finally, by testing a two-level small area model, integrating the use of unit and area level covariates, we look into potential differentials of employment patterns across Italian regions.
2009
978-88-6129-425-7
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