The Impact of Underutilization of Education on Productivity: A Case Study of the U.S. Bell Companies.
Overview & Synopsis
Examines the impact of underutilizing workers' educational skills (or "overeducation") on a firm's productivity. Using both production and individual employee data, the study estimated a production function for 22 U.S. Bell companies during 1981-1982. Overeducation was negatively and significantly related to firm output. Discusses implications and ameliorative strategies. Includes six tables and 42 references. (MLH)
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Document Information
| Document Title | The Impact of Underutilization of Education on Productivity: A Case Study of the U.S. Bell Companies. |
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| Author / Organization | Tsang, Mun Chiu |
| Subject & Discipline | Economic Factors, Education Work Relationship, Educational Benefits |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 1987 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
(eric.ed.gov)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-282364 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |