Huwebes, Marso 08, 2012

BRAIN DRAIN


Brain drain is also called as human capital flight but commonly referred to as brain drain. Brain drain is the phenomena whereby nations lose skilled labor because there are better paid jobs somewhere else. It is also defined as the loss of skilled intellectual and technical labor through the movement of such labor to a more favorable geographic, economic and professional environment.

            The reasons of brain drain usually includes two aspects which respectively come from countries and from the individual.

            In terms of countries, the reason may be the social environment. This reason includes lack of opportunities, political instability, economic depression and health risks.

            On the other hand, for the individual reasons, there are family influences and personal preference. The personal preference includes exploring and an ambition for an improved career.

            I think that brain drain can both be advantageous and disadvantageous depending on the situation your country’s in.