International collaboration to address critical skills needs to develop qualifications and create dynamic workforce - study on agriculture sector
Authors:
Shweta Singh, Tamara Jackson, Sai Krishnan Nanduri and Prafulla Pandey
University of Adelaide and Mannerai Education
Theme: Qualifications
Presentation:
This presentation unveils a groundbreaking vocational education project initiated by Australian Government but implemented in India, contributing to Vocational Educational and Training (VET) International Engagement Strategy 2025. In response to the escalating skills gaps evident for navigating future emerging industries, our project strategically partnered with international VET institutions. Together, we pioneered the development of cutting-edge vocational courses designed to equip learners with the essential skills demanded by the rapidly evolving Agricultural job market.
The project's narrative revolves around a dynamic collaboration framework established with VET partners from India and Australia. By leveraging the collective expertise and pedagogical insights of international collaborators, we ensured a holistic approach in identifying the skills gaps and then curated the vocational courses in Agriculture that can also serve as a blueprint for other sectors. The unique context of India as a burgeoning economic powerhouse added an extra layer of complexity and significance to our efforts, and required nuanced solutions that resonated both locally and globally.
This presentation will provide an in-depth exploration of our methodology, emphasizing the processes of skills gap analysis, development of vocational standards, and curriculum development. By sharing insights into our collaborative strategies, we aim to showcase how sharing international perspectives has the potential to enrich the fabric of vocational courses which fosters a dynamic workforce. At the heart of our endeavour is a strategic partnership with key stakeholders in both the Australian and India's Vocational Education sector.
A pivotal aspect was rigorously engaging industry experts in training delivery which is a newly developed concept for VET in Australia, was piloted in this project. Attendees will gain insights into how forward-thinking educational initiatives can play a pivotal role in addressing the evolving skill requirements for any industry sector.
Presentation will conclude with reflections on the project's current outcomes, challenges faced, approaches curated, collaborative inclusion of industry experts and corporates and future milestones. We invite conference participants to engage in a dialogue on the potential for replicating and adapting our model to diverse industry sectors and embrace the potential of sustained global collaboration in Vocational Education.