Human Capital Theory and Empirical Research

Author: Li Zhongbin, Xu Xiaofei, Zheng Wenzhi
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: This book has the following characteristics in its research methodology:
(1) Combination of inheritance and development. The book incorporates research findings on economic growth theory from both domestic and international sources and integrates them with the actual economic development of China. It further develops the theory of production functions and explores new approaches to measuring the role of technological progress in economic growth.
(2) Combination of qualitative description and quantitative analysis. While providing qualitative descriptions, the book conducts extensive empirical analyses, yielding a series of quantitative results. These results are used to provide a realistic analysis and evaluation of the actual economic growth conditions in China and some of its provinces (regions/municipalities).
(3) Combination of theoretical and applied research. Research must be grounded in a solid theoretical foundation and employ scientific methodologies, but the ultimate goal is to enhance the comprehensive strength and international market competitiveness of the country, ensuring sustained, rapid, and healthy economic development.