Social disparities in South Korea

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• Theory
  • Inequality measures - GINI coefficient and decile ratios
  • The Great Gatsby Curve and Social Mobility
• Social disparities in South Korea
  • An overview over development in social structures since the 1980s
  • Income inequality – trends and driving forces
  • Education and Social Mobility
• Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This bachelor thesis examines the development and current state of social disparities in South Korea. It aims to provide an analysis of the main trends and driving forces behind income inequality and its impact on social mobility, focusing particularly on the role of education. The thesis relies on relevant theoretical frameworks, such as the GINI coefficient and the Great Gatsby Curve, to analyze the data and provide a comprehensive understanding of the issue.

• Social and economic development in South Korea since the 1980s
• Trends and factors influencing income inequality
• The role of education in shaping social mobility
• The impact of social disparities on various aspects of society
• Comparison of South Korea's social disparities to other developed nations

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The Introduction provides an overview of the topic of social disparities in South Korea, outlining the importance and relevance of the study. It establishes the research question and objectives, as well as the theoretical framework used in the analysis.

The Theory chapter introduces key concepts and measures related to income inequality and social mobility. It delves into the GINI coefficient and decile ratios as indicators of income disparities, exploring their strengths and limitations. The chapter also introduces the Great Gatsby Curve, a framework for analyzing the relationship between income inequality and intergenerational social mobility.

The chapter on Social disparities in South Korea provides a comprehensive analysis of the development and trends in social structures since the 1980s. It examines the drivers of income inequality, including economic growth, technological advancements, and policy changes. The chapter further analyzes the role of education in shaping social mobility, focusing on the impact of educational policies and disparities on opportunities and outcomes.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The key terms and concepts explored in this thesis include social disparities, income inequality, social mobility, GINI coefficient, decile ratios, the Great Gatsby Curve, education, South Korea, economic development, and policy analysis.