The OECD Employment Outlook looks at the latest labour market developments and prospects in OECD member countries. This year's edition also assesses the impact of the transition to net-zero emissions by 2050 on the labour market and the jobs of millions of workers. While total employment will not change much, many jobs will be lost...

'VET partnerships powering a dynamic workforce' is the theme for the 33rd National Vocational Education and Training Research Conference ‘No Frills.’ In keeping with the conference’s theme, this discussion paper focuses on Australia’s workforce demands and the importance of equipping the workforce with necessary skills through targeted education, training and partnerships.

Australia’s artificial intelligence (AI) workforce has grown remarkably in recent years, from around 800 workers in 2014 to over 33,000 in 2023. This report investigates whether this growth trajectory can continue to meet the high demand expected by 2030.

This report highlights the urgent skills gaps and shortages faced by organisations and the strategies to address them. It aims to serve as a resource for understanding skills requirements and provides actionable insights for building a future-ready workforce.

Businesses are facing growing challenges in recruiting workers with the right skills. This paper looks specifically at the role of chambers of commerce and industry in designing and delivering skills policies. It is based on a 2024 survey to chambers of commerce around the world undertaken by the OECD, in collaboration with Eurochambres and the...