Prague Economic Papers 2024, 33(5):599-616

Age in Employee Selection and Promotion: A Comprehensive Study

Iveta Černíková, Markéta Šnýdrová ORCID..., Ivana Šnýdrová ORCID...
University of Economics and Management, Prague, Czech Republic

This study examines the role of age in the selection and promotion of employees within public and private organizations, with a particular focus on Czech organizations. The research investigates the impact of age on career advancement across various industries and regions, aiming to provide insights into potential age-related biases in the workplace. The study utilizes a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative analysis of promotion rates with qualitative insights from organizational representatives. Despite the intriguing nature of the topic, the study faces several challenges, including a relatively low number of respondents and limited data availability. Nevertheless, the findings shed light on the complexities of age-related dynamics in the workplace, highlighting the need for further research and potential interventions to promote equity and fairness in career advancement processes.

Keywords: ageing, career, discrimination, employment organization, recruitment
JEL classification: J14, J24, J7, M5

Received: January 17, 2024; Revised: June 26, 2024; Accepted: August 18, 2024; Published: October 31, 2024  Show citation

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