Minimální mzdy na trzích práce

Abstract

The main objective of this thesis is to evaluate the impact of the minimum wage on the functioning of the labour market in the Czech Republic and in selected countries. The first chapter explains the concept of the minimum wage, its evolution, functions and economic theories. The second chapter describes the minimum wage in selected countries. First there are selected countries where the minimum wage is determined by law, such as Slovakia, the United States and France. The last selected country is Germany, where the minimum wage is set within collective bargaining. The third chapter describes the legislative background of the minimum wage in the Czech Republic and its development since 1993. The end of this thesis contains suggestions and recommendations on the minimum wage and a conclusion.