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14 July 2016
By Gerald Burke

A more complete picture of all investment in training above and beyond that which is currently… Show more

A more complete picture of all investment in training above and beyond that which is currently collected would be very useful for policy development. Show less
16 September 2008
By Fran Ferrier, Tom Dumbrell, Gerald Burke

This study explores the experiences and initiatives of vocational education and training (VET)… Show more

This study explores the experiences and initiatives of vocational education and training (VET) providers in three areas: income sources and mixes, 'thin markets' in VET, and research and development. Practices and policies are evolving in these three areas. The report contributes to a deeper understanding of the scope and range of VET activities in a competitive environment and the factors that Show less
18 August 2008
By Andrew Smith, Gerald Burke, Tom Dumbrell, Michael Long

Through an analysis of major surveys, as well as interviews and case studies with firms in four… Show more

Through an analysis of major surveys, as well as interviews and case studies with firms in four industries - construction, retail trade, manufacturing and health and community services, this research brings us closer to an understanding of the factors that influence training expenditure. The research shows that survey data needs to be complemented with a program of research in a number of Show less
30 May 2008
By Fran Ferrier, Gerald Burke, Chris Selby Smith

In the context of an ageing population, the opportunity for people aged 45 years and older to… Show more

In the context of an ageing population, the opportunity for people aged 45 years and older to update their work-related skills and knowledge is potentially important in enabling some of these workers to remain in, or return to, employment. This study considers the diverse nature of older workers in the labour force and their learning preferences. It suggests that some changes to skill development Show less
25 February 2002
By Gerald Burke, Jochen Reuling

How lifelong learning and vocational training are currently being implemented in Australia and in… Show more

How lifelong learning and vocational training are currently being implemented in Australia and in Germany is explored by educational specialists from both countries in this edited anthology of conference papers. They compare the methods and effects in both countries. The papers also reflect the importance of lifelong learning in the work of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Show less
18 June 2001
By Chris Selby Smith, Fran Ferrier, Damon Anderson, Gerald Burke, Sonnie Hopkins, Michael Long, Leo Maglen, Jeff Malley, Phillip McKenzie, Chandra Shah

The book builds on CEET's review of the economics of vocational education and training for the… Show more

The book builds on CEET's review of the economics of vocational education and training for the Australian National Training Authority in 1994. Seven chapters discuss: the overall purpose of the review; changing employment patterns; demand for VET; supply of VET; special supply issues; finance and market issues; and finally, future research, access and equity, and research impact. Show less
9 April 2001
By Leo Maglen, Sonnie Hopkins, Gerald Burke

Is spending on training personnel worthwhile? Many of the firms in the research reported here… Show more

Is spending on training personnel worthwhile? Many of the firms in the research reported here believed so; and what is more, results in manufacturing (footwear, wire products) suggest that it delivered sizeable returns in labour productivity. Importantly, findings support the view that firms should be undertaking long-term strategic planning, not just targeting day-to-day problems. The research Show less
11 June 1999
By Helen Symmonds, Gerald Burke, Adrian Harvey-Beavis, Jeff Malley

This study compared costs of delivering workplace and TAFE-based courses in three industries -… Show more

This study compared costs of delivering workplace and TAFE-based courses in three industries - retail, hospitality and automotive. The data that were gathered provide an insight into the comparative costs of training and how they are distributed across governments, employers and trainees. Show less

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