Return to education in Malaysia

The aim of this paper is to present a picture of return to education in Malaysia over the period from 1984 to 1997 based on earning equations model. The paper employed a set of data comprising micro-level data from the Household Income Survey (HIS) for several years during the period 1984 to 1997. The main finding of this paper is the changes in the wage differentials favouring the middle level of education (secondary level of education) workers. In general, the results show that the return for each level of qualification declined between 1984 and 1997,especially at the higher levels (diploma and degree). Interestingly, the return to education for females at low levels of education is higher than the return by males. However, at higher levels of qualification, especially for those with secondary and high school qualifications, males traditionally have a higher return compared to females workers. The results also indicated a significant gender differential, however the differences has fallen over time

Changes in relative demand for labour in Malaysia (1984-1997) using a decompsition approach

This paper is concerned with the two main causes of wage differentials in the Malaysian labour market during the period 1984-1997. These are the impact of changes in trade patterns and technological change. The paper has employed set of data comprises micro-level data from the Household Income Survey (HIS) for several years during the period 1984 to 1997. The main finding of this paper is that changes in the relative demand for labour favour middle level of education (secondary levels of education) workers and that technological change is the main explanation for the changing pattern of employment in the Malaysian economy. The paper finds that changes in the pattern of trade have had only small effects in explaining the changes in the relative demand for labour

Tabungan dan Pertumbuhan Ekonomi Malaysia : Satu Analisis Kointergrasi dan Pembetulan Ralat

The objectives of this project paper to understand and determine relations between savings and Malaysian economics growth. Saving as an important element is needed in conforming the continues economic growth in the long run. To reach this purposes an econometric model from Permanent Income Hypothesis will be developed in order to check/determine the stability relations between savings and economic growth. The cointergration method and Error Correction Model will be used to meet these objectives

Return to Education in Malaysia

The aim of this paper is to present a picture of return to education in Malaysia over the period from 1984 to 1997 based on earning equations model. The paper employed a set of data comprising micro-level data from the Household Income Survey (HIS) for several years during the period 1984 to 1997. The main finding of this paper is the changes in the wage differentials favouring the middle level of education (secondary level of education) workers.  In general, the results show that the return for each level of qualification declined between 1984 and 1997, especially at the higher levels (diploma and degree). Interestingly, the return to education for females at low levels of education is higher than the return by males. However, at higher levels of qualification, especially for those with secondary and high school qualifications, males traditionally have a higher return compared to females workers.  The results also indicated a significant gender differential, however the differences has fallen over time.

Does Investment, Zakat, Infak and Shadaqah and Inflation Infuence the Economic Growth?: Evidence from Indonesia

Economic growth is a measure of the success of economic development of the country, thus realizing the economy well be the main goal. Several variables such as the level of investment, ZIS, and inflation are used in this study. The purpose of this study is to examine the influence and relationship of investment, ZIS, and inflation on economic growth in Indonesia. This research method using a quantitative approach. The Data used is secondary data in the form of time series. This research method using a quantitative approach. The method of analysis using the model of Vector Autoregression (VAR), followed by the model Vector Error Correction Model (VECM), if there is cointegration. Data testing is done with the help of software Eviews 7 and Microsoft Excel 2010. The results of the study found that the variable ZIS and inflation have an effect on long-term GDP. Variable mutual funds conventional and sharia does not affect the long-term GDP. Variable mutual fund conventional, Islamic mutual funds, ZIS, and inflation does not influence short-term economic growth. GDP responds positively to shocks that occur in a mutual fund conventional, sharia mutual funds, and ZIS. GDP responds negatively to the shock on inflation. Variable inflation gives the largest contribution to GDP, then mutual funds conventional and ZIS as well as the last sharia mutual funds

Towards a UTAUT-based Model for the Intention to use Solar Water Heaters by Libyan households

Among the most fundamental features to ensure the success of a new technology introduction is citizen acceptance. Based on a unified model, called the Unified Theory of Adoption and Use of Technology (UTAUT), this paper provides new insights into predicting adoption and identifying of the factors that may prompt people to accept and use of Solar Water Heaters as a concrete step toward using Renewable Energy Resources, and offer guidelines for energy saving for the Libyan government and that will contribute to the economy of the country. Keywords: Solar Water Heaters; Technology Acceptance; the Unified Theory of Adoption and Use of Technology (UTAUT); Libyan Household JEL Classifications: D10; Q20; Q42; Q4

Review: Challenges and opportunities of implementing mass productivity scale (MPS) at date farms in Malaysia

The study aimed to review the challenges and opportunities of mass productivity scale (MPS) for the dates (Phoenix dactylifera L.) farm in Malaysia. The review on site and document was done to drill the issues faced by dates palm farmers. The common issues affecting dates farm in Malaysia were pest attack, import permit, lack of expertise, and climate and soil requirements. In a united response, the government should form the National Dates Palm Centre (NDPC) which will explore opportunities to address issues faced by the dates palm sector in Malaysia

Faktor belia tidak bekerja dari perspektif NEET

Belia adalah golongan yang perlu perhatian khusus kerana mereka adalah modal insan yang masih berada pada umur produktif untuk bekerja. Oleh itu, belia NEET- (Not in Employment, Education or Training) atau tidak dalam pekerjaan, pendidikan atau latihan dilihat sebagai trend yang perlu dielakkan kerana ia boleh membawa kepada kesan negatif dalam meningkatkan ekonomi negara. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif di mana data dikumpulkan menggunakan kaedah perbincangan dalam kumpulan dan juga temu ramah bersama agensi yang telah dipilih. Dapatan kajian ini telah mengenal pasti beberapa faktor utama yang menyebabkan belia berada dalam golongan NEET iaitu seperti faktor peribadi, faktor tempat kerja dan faktor keluarga. Kajian juga mendapati bahawa pendidikan juga menyebabkan mereka keciciran daripada segi pekerjaan. Di akhir kajian ini beberapa syor diberikan untuk mengekang trend belia NEET di Malaysia

The Potential of Pumpkin (Cucurbita Moschata Duschene) as Commercial Crop in Malaysia

Awareness of recommendations for fruit and vegetable consumption has increased substantially over the last 20 years. In addition, fruits and vegetables such as pumpkin are good sources of many important nutrients, including potassium, vitamin C, folate, fiber, and numerous phytochemicals. Malaysia produces pumpkin of its own, with considerably large areas of production comparable to its high global demand. However, in reality, there is a limitation in the commercial production as the local pumpkin is very much dependent on the market demand as the utilization has been limited to the consumption of fresh product. Thus, the objective of the study first initiative to provide the information about the pumpkin and second to investigates the opportunities on commercialized local pumpkin in Malaysia as by products despite various nutritious it is also listed as prophetic foods. The scientific research that covered a broad range of in vitro to in vivo studies on the by-products potentials of these fruits is also discussed in detail. The current review is an update for researchers to have a better understanding of the pumpkin, which simultaneously can provide awareness to enhance their commercial value and promote their utilization as a prophetic food especially to the Muslim consumer

A Review on Product Development of Islamic Social Finance in Tijari Sector

Social finance is not new, but most low-income earners are not keen to utilize social finance products due to its association with riba (usury). Islamic social finance on the other hand offers the alternative to generate economy and create wealth, with its Shariah-compliant underlying principles. This new mechanism offers the alternative for people under the paradigm of Islamic economic system. This instrument covers the deficiency of Islamic finance, in both ijtimaie and tijari sectors. Thus, it is crucial to the stages involved in the creation of Shariah-compliant products that can meet the objectives of ijtimaie and tijari sectors. The main objective of this paper is to review the concept and paradigm of Islamic economic system and the position of Islamic social finance. It also reviews the product development and innovation of this mechanism. The methodology used for this is qualitative in nature, namely content analysis of the secondary sources of similar themes. It was found that there is very limited discussion on product development in Islamic social finance