According to recent empirical research (subsidized by contract: OFA/10341/0004) development efforts of companies in Hungary are primarily determined by the market outlook, the role of financing conditions is much weaker.
According to recent empirical research (subsidized by contract: OFA/10341/0004) development efforts of companies in Hungary are primarily determined by the market outlook, the role of financing conditions is much weaker. Implementation of investments and innovation can increase in first row the demand for technical professionals and often causes dismissals in unskilled labour. The demand of companies and competences of job seekers diverge not only in the professional structure. Earlier fulfilled development had workplace keeping role during the recession. Both actors of business sector and policies have important tasks to do in satisfying labour demand of future developments.
Enterprises have to put up more efforts at modernization of their labour recruitment methods and at training activities. Employment policy should consider not only social aspects, but demand of companies as well. Education system needs urgent reform, more practical training is necessary. Economic policy can contribute to raising employment by sinking labour costs and enhanced innovation friendly environment.
Research leaders: Némethné Pál, Katalin – Papanek, Gábor
