%T Readiness to meet demand for skills: a study of five growth industries
%A Francesca Beddie
%A Mette Creaser
%A Jo Hargreaves
%A et al.
%I National Centre for Vocational Education Research
%D 2014

%K Training, %K Vocational education and training, %K Labour supply



%U https://apo.org.au/node/41669

%X Overview: 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.
%9 Report