Capital humain et croissance économique au Maroc

bouoiyour, jamal and bennaghmouch, Saloua (2002): Capital humain et croissance économique au Maroc.

Abstract

We estimate a Cobb-Douglas function using Moroccan data, over the period 1976-1995 and considering two inputs, capital (GFCF) and labor (educational attainment of the workforce). The results show that physical capital and human capital have mostly a positive impact on economic growth. Moreover, the effect of human capital is even lower than the level of education increases. Vocational training appears to be an engine of growth.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• English Title: Human Capital and Economic Growth in Morocco
• Language: French
• Keywords: Human Capital, Cobb-Douglas Function, Vocational Training
• Subjects: C - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods > C1 - Econometric and Statistical Methods and Methodology: General > C10 - General; I - Health, Education, and Welfare > I2 - Education and Research Institutions > I21 - Analysis of Education

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