The role of qualifications in foreign labour mobility in Australia

This report investigates the role that qualifications play in the labour mobility of foreign workers who come to Australia for permanent or temporary migration. Obviously, a good match between overseas non-school qualifications and jobs obtained in Australia on arrival results in better labour market outcomes for migrant workers, but other factors are important for employers. These include a worker's experience, proficiency in English, and personal skills. Employers also generally prefer Australian workers or foreign workers already living in Australia with qualifications from a recognised and... Show more

Authors: Misko, Josie

Published: Adelaide, South Australia, NCVER, 2012

Resource type: Report, paper or authored book

Physical description: 35 p.

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