Economic Annals 2012 Volume 57, Issue 192, Pages: 25-39
https://doi.org/10.2298/EKA1292025L
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Employment modelling in Slovakia: Comparing logit models in 2005 and 2009
Lučkaničová Martina (Technical University, Faculty of Economics, Košice, Slovak Republic)
Ondrušeková Ivana (Technical University, Faculty of Economics, Košice, Slovak Republic)
Rešovsky Marcel (Technical University, Faculty of Economics, Košice, Slovak Republic)
In this paper we present models based on a statistical modelling approach
that explain the effects of selected variables on employment in Slovakia in
the years 2005 and 2009. The probability of becoming employed (employability/
odds ratio) was based on individual data from the harmonized EU SILC
statistical survey with some socio-economic factors. For quantification of
the mentioned variables’ impact on the dependent variable (employment)
logistic regression was applied. The results confirmed a positive effect of
work experience and the highest level of education attained on employability.
Conversely, in some cases age showed a negative effect on the dependent
variable, and to some extent gender also had a significant effect. In terms
of region, a lower chance of becoming employed was found for inhabitants in
Eastern Slovakia when compared to other regions.
Keywords: Unemployment, labour market, logistic regression, EU SILC, Slovakia