NBC Universal, Telemundo and Starcom MediaVest Group have shared the results of a year long Latino Identity study which recognizes 12 Latino identities. The study goes beyond the traditional approach of identifying or understanding Latinos based on factors such as language, country of origin, or acculturation. In addition to the 12 Latino identities, the study…
I came across a great study about who benefits most from college. The underlying premise of the study examines how the economic return to a college education varies across members of the U.S. population (there’s a lot of theoretical content as well if you’re interested!). A fascinating result of the study indicates that people most…
As illustrated by the latest economic issues facing the United States, we see how economic policy and perspectives are playing an increasing role in public discussions regarding many issues. Educators, business people, and legislators often use economics as a way to explain the impact and effectiveness of a particular policy. However, this economic perspective is…
How much less did women make than men in their first post-MBA job – $4,600. And before you argue it’s related to starting job level or industry - a recent study controls for these factors. In short – the study demonstrates that women are simply paid less than men. Inequality.
One of my projects this spring is to finish up a study I started in the winter regarding the on-boarding experiences of Hispanic professionals into corporate America. Over the last couple months, I’ve been asking folks to contact me if they were interested in participating. I’m often overwhelmed by the generousity of some people to really reach…
