A career capable Auckland

Presentation to Economic Forum

Auckland Council

9 May 2012

dale.bailey@careers.govt.nz

Helping Aucklandersachieve their potential.

Thinking about the workforce and economy of tomorrow.

Inspiring the ongoing growth and vitality of Auckland's economy through the careerdevelopment of its citizenry.

More engaged in education and work, through having a deeper

knowledge about themselves.

… the ability of Auckland’s population to upskill themselves and develop

meaningful, profitable careers …

Without meaningfully employed citizens, a city will not grow.

Careers Blueprint for Auckland

Tony Watts: (2011)

“Career development is integral to effective human resource development and skills and strategies:

i.e. to harnessing individual talents and motivations to the benefit of the economy and the wider

society.”

A career capable city

Individuals in schools, in tertiary study.

People outside and in employment.

A career capable city

Connecting schools and industry.Providing work opportunities.

Considering migrants andencouraging diversity.

”“Economies will succeed in the strength and quality of their human capital. Therefore education, workforce training and winning the global war for talent must be seen as economic priorities.”

McKinsey Global Institute March 2012

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