Date of Award
5-2024
Degree Type
Report
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Economics and Finance
Committee
Todd Griffith
Committee
Craig Palsson
Committee
Lucas Rentchler
Abstract
The relationship between immigration and technological growth is more nuanced than a simple statement of positive or negative correlation. How one affects the other varies depending on the skill level of the immigrant and the field where they work. Conclusions drawn by the literature form patterns that can be used to best understand the relationship between immigration and technology. High-skilled immigration boosts technological development through a complementary relationship, but low-skilled immigration can be a complement or a substitute with technological growth depending on the sector. Policymakers interested in promoting long-term economic growth through technological growth should have a clear picture of how immigration and technology interact.
Recommended Citation
Karren, Nate, "How do Immigration and Technological Growth Affect One Another? Providing Guiding Principles for Policymakers" (2024). All Graduate Reports and Creative Projects, Fall 2023 to Present. 15.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/gradreports2023/15
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