Sociology 2169 Study Guide - Circadian Rhythm, Labour Candidates And Parties In Canada, Human Capital
18 Apr 2013
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Labour segmentation theory: focuses on how labour markets are segmented or separated into sections containing different kinds of jobs, where you are in the labour market may limit chances of getting a good job, core vs. periphery. Core labour market: relatively noncompetitive market, capital intensive, large, often unionized, can exert control over their environment, stable with good benefits, e. g. Periphery labour market: lower-tier service industries- bad jobs, highly competitive markets, smaller firms, labour intensive, nonunionized, no security, low wages, high turnover. Primary vs. secondary: chances of finding a good job are not only determined by sector but also, primary labour markets- the lifetime job, secondary labour market- dead end jobs. Labour market shelters: labour market chances also affected by labour market shelters, limit entry and protect wages (i. e. unionized or regulated professions) Geography: some areas just don"t have industries where good jobs are. Contextualizing the canadian labour market: canadian economy experienced two recessionary periods in 1980s and.
