Human Capital Development of Korea

Event: 6th International Skills Forum: Innovative Practices in Skills Development

Human Capital Development of Korea

20 September 2016

Author / Speaker:

Song-chang Hong, Korea Development Institute - Email the author | Other materials by the author

By expanding education with equity, promoting brain circulation, and linking education with the economy, the Government of the Republic of Korea promoted human capital development to improve the welfare and lives of its citizens. As the country’s experience has shown, institutional building and rolling out national campaigns can overcome common reluctance to technical and vocational education and training experienced in developing countries.

Geographical Focus:

Korea, Republic of

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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