BusinessNZ is pleased to see the Labour Party’s youth skills and employment policy focusing on the crucial need to ensure that all young people under 20 years of age are learning or earning.
Education & Skills
More opportunities for practical skills a step in the right direction
BusinessNZ has welcomed moves to increase opportunities for practical skills training in Trade Academies.
Business studies for UE welcomed
The decision to include Business Studies as an approved subject for University Entrance from 2012 has been welcomed by BusinessNZ.
Training review timely
BusinessNZ welcomes the Government’s decision to review industry training.
‘Skills for Canterbury’ essential for the rebuild
The Budget’s focus on skills to rebuilding Christchurch is well-placed, says BusinessNZ.
Good start for tackling youth unemployment
More targeted investment into training and helping young people into jobs has been welcomed by BusinessNZ.
Science education crucial for our future
The Chief Science Advisor’s report on school science education raises crucial issues for New Zealand’s future prosperity, says BusinessNZ.
BusinessNZ welcomes vocational pathways
BusinessNZ has welcomed Government proposals to broaden the range of learning options for young people.
New ITO rules good for transparency, cost saving
BusinessNZ endorses new funding rules for Industry Training Organisations, saying they will help the move towards more ITO cooperation and amalgamation, allowing for a reduction in training costs borne by business and taxpayers.
Targeting workplace skills positive
Employers will welcome further targeting of the Training Opportunities Programme (TOPS), says BusinessNZ.
Interest-free loans need scrutiny
BusinessNZ says action is needed on the country’s $11 billion student loan debt.
School PPPs good for education & enterprise
The Government’s plans to progress public-private partnerships for school buildings are good news, says BusinessNZ.