2018/19
Glasgow School for Business and Society /
Project Title:Labour Market Productivity in Scotland: Embedding inclusive growth within the ‘productivity puzzle’ narrative
Project Reference Number: GSBS2018005_McSorley
Key words: Economics; Productivity, Inclusive Growth, Inequality
Productivity not only drives economic performance but is key to increasing wages, decreasing inequality and increasing living standards across the different regions of the UK. Productivity is measured as output per worker and whilst Scotland performs well against other UK regions further research is needed to understand the structure of Scottish productivity and future areas of opportunity. Inclusive growth has become an important narrative across Scottish policy from a key objective of Scotland’s Economic Strategy to a stated aim of City Region deals. To increase productivity the UK has to maximise the resources available. This means tackling social exclusion, labour market inactivity and the lack of equality of opportunity. At an EU level unemployment is falling, GDP is increasing yet those at risk of poverty and social exclusion is increasing (Eurostat 2017). Only 4% of European Funds for Strategic Investment was spent on ‘social infrastructure’ (skills, training, support for vulnerable groups). This project would examine ways in which tackling equalities issues could contribute to solving the UK’s productivity problem.The aim of this project would be to provide evidence and impact of the theoretical, statistical and policy influence of the inclusive growth narrative and its role in the ‘productivity puzzle’
Research Supervisors
Candidates are encouraged to contact the following researcher for further details:
Dr Leaza McSorley, Economics, LEAR, GSBS. Tel: 0141 2731772
Mode(s) of Study
The studentship is available as a:
PhD: 3 years full-time
Eligibility
Applicants will normally hold a UK honours degree 2:1 (or equivalent); or a Masters degree in a subject relevant to the research project. Equivalent professional qualifications and any appropriate research experience may be considered. A minimum English language level of IELTS score of 6.5 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.0 is required. Some research disciplines may require higher levels.
Specific requirements of the project:
How to Apply
Candidates are encouraged to contact the research supervisor(s) for the project before applying. Applicants should download and complete the GCUResearch Application Form, available from: the Project Title and Reference Number (listed above).
The completed GCU Research Application form should be sent with copies of academic qualifications (including IELTS if required), 2 references and any other relevant documentation to: . Applicants shortlisted for a PhD studentship will be contacted for an interview.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 March 2018
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