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Women in the IT sector: Is there an English language premium?

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  • B.P. Chandramohan
  • Shailendra N. Gajanan
  • B. Muthulakshmi

Abstract

Consistent with Human Capital Theory we show that observed earnings differentials are higher, based on the type of education. We track women employees in the Information Technology (IT) sector in Chennai, in the state of Tamil Nadu, India, and, estimate the source of earnings differential, and demonstrate the existence of an English language premium. That is, additional schooling generates higher returns, especially if the medium of instruction is in English. These findings have relevance for enrolment rates, poverty and women empowerment.

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  • B.P. Chandramohan & Shailendra N. Gajanan & B. Muthulakshmi, 2011. "Women in the IT sector: Is there an English language premium?," International Journal of Economic Policy in Emerging Economies, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 4(4), pages 378-389.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijepee:v:4:y:2011:i:4:p:378-389
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