Skills supply and demand in Europe: methodological framework

a research publication (No. 25) from cedefop (European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training)

Summary

This publication provides an overview of the methodology underpinning the Cedefop skills supply and demand forecast. The aim is to share the knowledge acquired during the development of the different systems, modules and models and to highlight the results, which have already aroused considerable interest.

The structure and robustness of the methods used increases the clarity and reliability of the results.

Cedefop’s forecast is not intended to replace forecasting efforts in individual countries. However, sharing the knowledge and experience from the European level can help to improve the methods used in those countries and to resolve issues that may be faced there.

At the same time, Cedefop’s forecast can inspire new forecasting initiatives and initiate further discussion. The feedback received can help to improve Cedefop’s methods and make the European forecast even more precise and reliable.

Available in English only (PDF 146pp)

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