The Role of Qualifications in Foreign Labour Mobility in Australia

ISBN-10
1922056324
ISBN-13
9781922056320
Category
Educational equalization
Pages
35
Language
English
Published
2012
Author
Josie Misko

Description

This report investigates the role that qualifications play in the labour mobility of foreign workers who come to Australia for permanent or temporary migration. Obviously, a good match between overseas non-school qualifications and jobs obtained in Australia on arrival results in better labour market outcomes for migrant workers, but other factors are important for employers. These include a worker’s experience, proficiency in English, and personal skills. Employers also generally prefer Australian workers or foreign workers already living in Australia with qualifications from a recognised and familiar provider.

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