Minimum Wage and Educational Pathways in Indonesia: General or Vocational Tracks?

Michael Tjahjadi, Alexander and Pritadrajati, et al., Dyah (2024) Minimum Wage and Educational Pathways in Indonesia: General or Vocational Tracks? Asian Development Review, 41 (2). pp. 107-135. ISSN 0116-1105; 1996-7241

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Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between minimum wage policies and educational choices, specifically the decision between vocational and general school enrollment. While higher minimum wages often attract students to vocational education as a faster route to employment, our analysis of Indonesia Family Life Survey data finds little evidence of increased enrollment in vocational education. This suggests that hikes in the minimum wage are unlikely to divert students away from general education. Our findings reveal notable heterogeneity, showing that an increase in the minimum wage is associated with a statistically significant reduction in the likelihood of men and individuals in rural areas to opt for vocational education. These findings underscore the critical need for Indonesia to revitalize its vocational education system, striking a balance between general and vocational pathways to equip its workforce with the skills required for a rapidly changing environment. Keyword: general education, minimum wage, senior secondary school choice, vocational education.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HB Economic Theory H Social Sciences > HC Economic History and Conditions
Divisions:	Program Pascasarjana > Program Pascasarjana Filsafat
Depositing User:	ThM .-
Date Deposited:	14 Dec 2024 16:56
Last Modified:	14 Dec 2024 16:56
URI:	http://repo.driyarkara.ac.id/id/eprint/2009

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