Human Capital and Production Structure in the Greek Economy: Knowledge, Abilities, Skills - Hardcover

by Panagiotis E. Petrakis (Editor)

The role of human capital has diversified considerably in the last 100 years. Today, the prevailing perception seeks a sustainable, integrated development which is based on the triptych of environment, economy, and society. In this mode of development, human capital has a positive effect on the economy, on social cohesion and optimal governance, as well as on the ecological footprint.

This book studies the critical role of human capital in the Greek economy and its production structure. In doing so, this book analyzes the Greek labor market, employment, and structural changes, among other facets of this vibrant economy.

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The role of human capital has diversified considerably in the last 100 years. Today, the prevailing perception seeks a sustainable, integrated development which is based on the triptych of environment, economy, and society. In this mode of development, human capital has a positive effect on the economy, on social cohesion and optimal governance, as well as on the ecological footprint.

This book studies the critical role of human capital in the Greek economy and its production structure. In doing so, this book analyzes the Greek labor market, employment, and structural changes, among other facets of this vibrant economy.

This is an inspiring book, full of important insights for those of us who want to know about the upgraded role of human capital in a world that seeks sustainable development combining the environment, the economy and society. It is a must-read primer for anyone interested in the positive effects of human on the economy, social cohesion and optimal governance. Evangelia Papapetrou - Professor in the Department of Economics of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece.

This captivating book is a modern attempt to examine the role of human capital, using knowledge, abilities, skills and working activities as the key drivers to guide an economy to its structural change. Focusing on the Greek case, the authors provide pragmatic insights on the role of human capital on economic structural change, the structural relationships and the need for restructuring and the critical role of life-long learning. Stylianos Kotsios - Professor and Chairman of the Department of Economics of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Greece.

Author Biography

Panagiotis E. Petrakis is Emeritus Professor in the Department of Economics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece, where he serves as Scientific Coordinator of Distance Education Training Programs. He was chairman of the Department of Economics at National and Kapodistrian University of Athens from 2005 to 2009. He is the author of numerous scientific articles and monographs and has extensive publications in recognized academic journals on economic development, entrepreneurship, and cultural background.