The effects of inward foreign direct investment on employment

Foreign direct investment is one of the most important international factor movements. In this capacity it can have a major effect on a host country its employment. The range of effects covers different dimensions of employment, the quality, quantity and location are all affected differently. This bachelor thesis examines what these effects are and their significance for employment. This is done by reviewing the current body of literature on foreign direct investment. Furthermore attention is given to policy with regard to foreign direct investment and employment. The many intricacies surrounding foreign direct investment make it a topic of which parts are already well documented but many others are still in need of additional research.