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A Model of the Impact of Government Revenue and Quality of Governance on the Pupil/Teacher Ratio for Every Country in the World

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study explores the relationship between government revenue per capita, governance quality, and the supply of teachers—an indicator under Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Target 4.c). Using annual data from 217 countries spanning 1980 to 2022, we apply a non-linear panel model with a logistic function that incorporates country-specific governance measures. Our findings reveal that increased government revenue is positively associated with teacher supply, and that improvements in governance amplify this effect. The model provides predictive insights into how changes in revenue may influence progress toward education-related SDG targets at the country level.

Source: Econometrics

DOI: 10.3390/econometrics13040046

Authors: Stephen G. Hall, Bernadette O'Hare

Institutions: University of Leicester, University of Pretoria, University of St Andrews

Language: English

Topic: Politics, Economics, and Education Policy

Subfield: Economics and Econometrics

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,689