Analyzing the Impact of Human Capital on Economic Growth in Ethiopia Using ARDL Models

1. Introduction 1.1 Background of the Study 1.2 Research Objectives 1.3 Significance of the Study 1.4 Scope and Limitations 1.5 Structure of the Dissertation 2. Literature Review 2.1 Theories of Economic Growth 2.2 Human Capital and Development 2.3 ARDL Models in Economic Research 2.4 Previous Studies in Ethiopia 2.5 Critique of Existing Literature 3. Methodology 3.1 Research Design 3.2 Data Collection Methods 3.3 Description of ARDL Models 3.4 Data Analysis Techniques 3.5 Limitations of the Methodology 4. Human Capital in Ethiopia 4.1 Education Systems Overview 4.2 Workforce Skills and Training 4.3 Health as Human Capital Factor 4.4 Demographic Trends 4.5 Government Policies 5. Economic Growth in Ethiopia 5.1 Historical Economic Overview 5.2 Key Economic Sectors 5.3 Economic Growth Indicators 5.4 Challenges to Growth 5.5 Prospects for Future Growth 6. Model Specification and Estimation 6.1 Choosing Model Specifications 6.2 Steps in ARDL Techniques 6.3 Variables and Data Sources 6.4 Testing for Co-integration 6.5 Diagnostic Checks 7. Results and Discussion 7.1 Analysis of ARDL Results 7.2 Interpretation of Findings 7.3 Comparison with Previous Studies 7.4 Implications for Policy 7.5 Limitations of Analysis 8. Conclusion and Recommendations 8.1 Summary of Findings 8.2 Conclusions Drawn from Study 8.3 Policy Recommendations 8.4 Areas for Further Research 8.5 Final Thoughts