Borjas continues to make frequent use of state-of-the-art econometric tools in describing research studies. These econometric tools play a central role in research in modern labor economics. It would be impossible to get a good appreciation for what research in Labor Economics is about—and particularly about its limitations—without a solid understanding of these tools.

Approach: Labor Economics is surveyed with an emphasis on both theory and facts. This approach relies more on "the economic way of thinking" than other texts.

The most concise, complete coverage of Labor Economics available. Borjas is geared toward those who prefer their Labor Economics “short and sweet.”

Special pedagogical features include “Theory of Work” boxes and extended policy applications throughout the text. "Key Concepts" appear in boldface type in the text and appear at the end of the chapter, as do Chapter summaries, Review Questions and Problems, a Selected Readings section, and a Weblinks Section.