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Using online vacancies and web surveys to analyse the labour market: a methodological inquiry

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: This paper discusses methodological issues arising from the use of online job vacancy data and voluntary web-based surveys to analyse the labour market. We highlight the advantages and possible disadvantages of using online data and suggest strategies for overcoming selected methodological issues. We underline the difficulties in adjusting for representativeness of online job vacancies, but nevertheless argue that this rich source of data should be exploited. JEL codes:E4, J2

Source: IZA Journal of Labor Economics

DOI: 10.1186/s40172-015-0034-4

Authors: Lucia Mýtna Kureková, Miroslav Beblavý, Anna Thum-Thysen

Institutions: IZA - Institute of Labor Economics, Slovak Governance Institute, Centre for European Policy Studies, European Commission

Language: English

Topic: Survey Methodology and Nonresponse

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $1,535