Journal of Economic Literature Classification System

Submitted by Barbara Gilles on Tue, 2009-11-10 16:37
A set of alphanumeric codes and associated code labels, grouped under approximately 20 general areas relevant to economics and economic research. Used for indexing and searching the American Economic Association’s EconLit database of economic literature.
General information
Vocabulary alternative name or acronym: 

JEL Classification Codes; JEL Classification Codes; EconLit subject descriptors

Vocabulary type: 
Classification System
Vocabulary URL: 

http://www.aeaweb.org/journal/jel_class_system.php; http://www.aeaweb.org/econlit/subject.php

Was vocabulary created as a course project: 
No
Scope and Usage
Languages: 

English

Purpose: 
Used for indexing and searching the American Economic Association’s EconLit database of economic literature.
Vocabulary characteristics
Relationship types: 
Hierarchical (Broader/narrower terms)
Terms and Conditions
Availability: 
Freely available for online viewing
Provider
Vocabulary provider name: 
American Economic Association
Provider URL: 

http://www.aeaweb.org

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