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Author:
Shah, Chandra; Burke, Gerald
Abstract:
Understanding the different concepts and causes of skills shortages is important if sound policies are to be developed in the areas of employment, education, training, and skill formation. This article outlines different perspectives of skills shortages held by economists, employers, and unions. A number of policy options to address skills shortages are also discussed.
Published abstract.
Subjects: Skills and knowledge; Policy; Vocational education and training; Economics; Employment
Keywords: Skill shortage; Policy formation; Education and training needs; Employers
Published: Oxford, England: Elsevier, 2010
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