Theses and Dissertations at Montana State University (MSU)
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Item The effect of paid parental leave in the United States on young women's employment and earnings, and the family wage gap(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Agriculture, 2017) Inglis, Myron Robert Jeremy; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Wendy A. StockUsing March Current Population Survey data from 1994-2015, this paper examines the effect of paid parental leave in the United States on young women's employment and earnings, and the family wage gap. The family wage gap is the difference in earnings between parents and non-parents. Paid parental leave laws in California and New Jersey are exploited for a quasi-natural experiment using difference-in-difference-in-difference empirical models. Results show robust evidence that paid parental leave has negative impacts on young women's employment and earnings. Estimated impacts vary by education level, with employment effects concentrated among young women without a bachelor's degree, and earnings effects concentrated among young women with only some college experience. Additionally, results also show weakly suggestive evidence that paid parental leave decreases the family wage gap for both mothers and fathers.Item The aging workplace(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 1998) Schulz, Deborah; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinProblem Statement: The major purpose of this study was to discover the nature of the attitudes of Gallatin County employers toward older workers. Questions to be answered: 1. Are employers open minded in their hiring practices? 2. Do employers use language in advertising for employment opportunities that discourages older workers from applying? 3. Must older employees constantly try to combat stereotypes and attitudes of other employees or their supervisors in the workplace? 4. Are older employees given the same opportunities for growth and development as other employees? 5. Is there a difference in the way male and female are treated? 6. Does working in Bozeman, Montana have greater or lesser opportunities for the aging worker than in other communities?Item Management policies concerning the employment of distributive education students in retail grocery, specialty, and department stores in Billings, Montana(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1974) Miller, John Leo; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe problem of this study is to determine if cooperative distributive education programs are being utilized in retail grocery, specialty, and department stores in Billings, Montana, to the maximum benefit of these stores, the students, the schools, and the community. The purpose of this study is to determine answers to the following questions: 1. How many of the retail stores that are presently participating in the cooperative distributive education program plan to continue this policy? 2. If these types of stores are not presently involved in the cooperative distributive education program, would they be interested in participating in the program? 3. If they express a willingness to participate in the program, in which of the areas of distribution would they be willing to assist in the training of these students? 4. If a business indicates that it is not interested in participating in the cooperative distributive education program, why does management have this attitude towards the program? This study is needed for the students, the school, the retail businesses, and the community if the result of this program is to be employable workers adjusted to the world of business.Item Results of questionnaire submitted to employer involved in the cooperative office program of Columbia Falls High(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1974) Hagen, Norman E.The purpose of this study is to survey the ideas or opinions of the employers who employ students from the cooperative office program at Columbia Falls High School. Does the related class of instruction fulfill the needs of the student on the job? What do employers expect of students on the job? Is this program of any value to the employers as a whole? What changes need to be made to make the students more valuable to the employer? One of the main reasons for organizing the cooperative office program was the fact that funds were available for reimbursable programs. Now that this program is functioning smoothly it is necessary to determine if the program is of benefit to the community. A good program that is of benefit to all concerned will generally remain funded either locally or federally. It may in turn provide other ecucational opportunities when needed. Therefore, a study of the cooperative office program and a survey of all training sponsors to determine the strengths and weaknesses of the program is the purpose or this study.Item A study to address the use of internet/technology in Montana high schools(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 2000) Hossner, Karl; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinA connection to the Internet empowers students. It gives them a research advantage over students who do not have Internet skills or access. It generally gets them excited about learning. A change in student attitude is observed when surfing the net individually or in a small group setting. The traditional teacher-directed classroom changes to a space where students working with their peers in their own school or around the world begin to take responsibility for their own learning. (Cuban in Maskin 1996) This author and others say that student access to the Internet is very important in today's Information Age. In related readings, studies show that when these high school students continue their education, or go to the workplace, those with computer technology skills will have an advantage. This includes a knowledge of where to gain access to information, and better paying jobs. This study gathered information from a sample of the population of U.S. Government teachers in the State of Montana. From information gathered with a questionnaire, along with related readings from other authors, the question of whether students in Montana Schools are using the Internet as a research tool and other questions concerning the computer/Internet literacy of Montana U.S. Government teachers, will be answered.Item Are computer skills necessary for high school graduates entering the work force?(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 1999) Powell, Martha Kathleen; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe major purpose of this study was to determine the importance of graduating students having computer skills as they enter the workforce in the Prescott area located in Arizona. This study focused on the populations of Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Chino Valley businesses and past Bradshaw Mountain High School graduates. Bradshaw Mountain High School is located in Prescott Valley. The procedure that the researcher used to collect data for the study was through survey instruments. Two survey instruments were developed and used. One survey was utilized for the business population and a different survey was used for the student population. A random sample collection was used to select the respondents and gather data. Approximately 110 businesses and 81 students returned usable surveys. Results indicated that both businesses and students feel that computer training should be a requirement for all high school students. Most businesses and half of the student respondents viewed favorably making computer training a high school graduation requirement. The computer training requirements ranged from basic or general knowledge of operating computers to operation of specific programs. Most of the business and student respondents viewed themselves as being proficient operating the computer. While about half of the businesses found their employees lacking in computer skills, most businesses did not offer any type of funds for computer training for their employees. Both the business and student respondents didn't see that lacking in computer skills would be a barrier to getting new employment or hiring new employees. The researcher concluded that high school students should be required to have computer training for at least a year before graduating. Most businesses and students used computers in their place of work. Those that did not use computers foresaw the computer becoming a part of future work operations. Lack of computer skills was not seen as a barrier to future employment prospects. This result is probably from students basing their know ledge on their short length of time in the employment force, and businesses not using computers in the capacity they could be used in. As most businesses do not provide funding for computer training, any new hires would have to obtain their own computer training if required for the position.Item The effects of student employment on success in college and faculty perceptions of employed students(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 1998) Dumont, Jacqueline I.; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinStudent employment trends have many implications to administrators, educators, counselors, as well as the employers. The major purpose of this research was to study the impact of student employment on achievement and retention of MSU College of Technology post secondary students in Great Falls. The secondary purpose was to assess the perceptions of MSU College of Technology instructors in regard to employment. Is there conflict between teachers' academic priority and the students' work priorities? The students at MSU College of Technology are changing. The typical student is over 30, female, single and working. The majority of students have responsibilities of work, family and school. The college needs to be proactive in determining and meeting the needs of this new student population. Of the students who are at risk, 16% have considered quitting, 11 % have dropped a class, and 10% are not confident in their success at college. The review of the literature indicated that employment is a determining factor in student retention and academic success. The results of the survey indicate that more than work, motivation and organization are the determining factor in student success. Respondents who worked tended to be more efficient In managing their time and setting priorities. Also, as the number of hours worked increased, GPA tended to increase also. A majority of students are working in related employment that allows them to use the skills acquired at college.Item Factors that influence Native American students to enter the health professions(Montana State University - Bozeman, 1977) Sherman, Katheryn Elizabeth; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Richard K. HorswillItem The employment of married professional school personnel in Montana school districts(Montana State University - Bozeman, 1971) Redfield, Laurence EdwardItem Women and work : perspectives for the vocational counseling of women(Montana State University - Bozeman, 1975) Morgan, Eileen Flanagan
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