Linda Wanklin is a Researcher and PhD Candidate in International Affairs and Political Economy at the University of St.Gallen, Switzerland. Previously, she worked with Development Cooperation at Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Development and Cooperation and at the International Labour Organisation.
Investing in training is really an investment in the company’s future. Once the apprentice is trained he or she will contribute to the company’s overall productivity, quality, growth, and innovation, explains Linda.
WHY THIS SESSION IS IMPORTANT
The aim of this session is to help business professionals understand the meaning and importance of skill-formation systems; learn why these systems can be a win-win-win situation for young people, companies, and the state; and discover practical examples and the latest developments around vocational training and the new realities of labour markets.
WHAT IT COVERS
- What is meant by developing employment-relevant skills for young people
- Why this topic is important and what is the business case for it
- What is the latest thinking on this topic
RESOURCES
- Leading House on Governance in Vocational and Professional Education and Training (GOVPET)
- ILO – Skills, Knowledge and Employability
- OECD on Skills
- European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (CEDEFOP)
- Donor Committee for Dual Vocational Education and Training
- How and why does the private sector participate in vocational education and training? A descriptive case study of VET projects in Albania and Kosovo
