Contents

Acknowledgements

Executive Summary

Introduction

Section 1: Employment trends

      Areas of future demand

      Skill levels

      Occupational groups

      Industries or sectors

      Regional patterns

      Demand for qualifications

      Key messages

Section 2: Education pathways

      What is required for high-skilled, high-growth employment?

          Literacy and numeracy

          Success at school

          Subject and career choices

      Influence of parents and families

      Participation in tertiary education

      Initial teacher education

      Education and training opportunities in employment

      Key Messages

Section 3: Conclusion and policy options

      Students and recent Pacific graduates

      Current Pacific workforce

      Policy options for further exploration

Appendices

Appendix 1: Further Data

Appendix 2: Guide to the tables

References