This study on Sri Lanka assesses the skills deficit in the food and beverages sector and the electronics and electricals sector.Persistent skills shortages have constrained new investments and economic growth in Sri Lanka. This study recommends supply-side responses to increase the quantity and quality of labor in these areas. Its recommendations include raising awareness among young people about the sectors' employment potential, upgrading courses, providing professional development for instructors, and establishing collaborations between businesses and training institutes.
| ISBN: | 9789292619107 |
| Publication date: | 30th January 2020 |
| Author: | Asian Development Bank |
| Publisher: | Asian Development Bank |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 78 pages |
| Genres: |
Development studies Economic theory and philosophy Labour / income economics Development economics and emerging economies Personnel and human resources management Electronics engineering |