Publications of the Research Unit Labour Markets and Social Insurance

Most school systems grant teachers and school principals considerable discretion in grade retention decisions. This paper argues that schools can exploit this discretion by selectively retaining students to…

To the best of our knowledge, this study is the first study for Germany to assess the long-term impacts of studying without graduating on three labour market outcomes (working hours, wages, and occupational…

• Interest Groups in the US Influence Voting Behaviour on Contested Bills
• Corporate Landscapes in East and West Germany Are Becoming More and More Alike
• Q&A: How Do Chinese Executives Approach Germany – and…

In this paper we analyze the effects of a German job creation scheme (JCS) on the social integration and well-being of long-term unemployed individuals. Using linked survey and administrative data for…

Devising appropriate policy measures for the integration of refugees is high on the agenda of many governments. This paper focuses on the social integration of families seeking asylum in Germany between 2013 and…