Oliver Falck|Alexandra Heimisch-Roecker|Simon Wiederhold
Returns to ICT skills
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München|Ifo Institute for Economic Research|Ifo Institute for Economic Research|Ifo Institute for Economic Research
important mastering information communication technology ict modern labor markets answer question unique data ict skills tested 19 countries two instrumentalvariable models exploit technologically induced variation broadband internet availability gives rise variation ict skills across countries german municipalities find statistically economically significant returns ict skills instance increase ict skills similar gap averageperforming topperforming country raises earnings 8 percent one mechanism driving positive returns selection occupations high abstract task content