The Institute for Employment Research (IAB)

The Institute for Employment Research (IAB) creates scientific bases for informed decisions in labor market policy. It conducts research into the labor market and the professional world to advance debates in science, public, politics, and administration. Financed by public funds, it is committed to the common good. The institute contributes to sustainable development in economy and society – with the goal of constantly improving people's living and working conditions. At the same time, IAB aims for scientific excellence and strives for new insights, responds to societal changes, taps into the most diverse data sources, and develops different research approaches.