Training review timely

BusinessNZ welcomes the Government’s decision to review industry training.

Employers will support further scrutiny of the performance of this sector, says BusinessNZ Chief Executive Phil O’Reilly.

“The review is an opportunity for government and industry to ensure industry training supports employment and economic growth.
“The recent move to shift the funding focus more towards the outputs of the training system – its results - rather than inputs was entirely correct, and further steps in this direction would be beneficial.”

Mr O’Reilly said there was still a need for better engagement between training providers and industry to ensure the provision of skills relevant to current needs.

“Skills that are relevant are in short supply and employers consistently seek training relevant to their skill and productivity needs.”