Date of Award
Spring 5-5-2023
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Economics
First Advisor
Ingmar Nyman
Second Advisor
Devra Golbe
Academic Program Adviser
Karna Basu
Abstract
This paper evaluates the impact of financial resources and demographics on industry choice by self-employed business owners. I use a multinomial logistic regression to estimate the probability of having a business in a particular industry. The results suggest that entry into industries are hampered by financial constraints and social barriers.
Recommended Citation
Ramirez, Samuel, "Self-Employment Industry Selection: An Evaluation of Wealth and Demographics on Industry Choice in the U.S." (2023). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/1001