Readiness to meet demand for skills: a study of five growth industries
This study considers issues pertinent to ensuring the Australian education and training system can respond to emerging skills demand in the following industries: food and agriculture; biotechnology and pharmaceuticals; advanced manufacturing; mining equipment, technology and services; and oil and gas. The report finds a widening gap between education and skills demand and highlights the crucial role of employees in developing a skilled workforce, as well as calling for a shift in thinking about the way skills are generated.
Published abstract.
Authors: Beddie, Francesca; Creaser, Mette; Hargreaves, Jo; Ong, Adrian
Published: Adelaide, South Australia, NCVER, 2014
Resource type: Report, paper or authored book
Physical description: 32 p.
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