Project: The changing nature of work
- 1. The Future of Work Yasir Ahmad
- 2. Human Capital in the Context of Pakistan Human capital is essential to develop natural resources of a region Global research and evidence emphasize the need to invest in the first 1,000 days of one’s life from conception Pakistan is yet to make significant attainments in the human development index (HDI), which focuses on measurable dimensions of human development such as living a long and healthy life, being educated and having a decent standard of living The right time for human capital investment is now as Pakistan does not have the luxury to wait until its macroeconomic conditions get better, foreign investment surges
- 3. Human Capital in the Context of Pakistan (Cont…) The key areas need to focused for human development in Pakistan include a rational and long- term planning, on-job training programs, technical education according to the needs of 21st century, secondary level education for development of critical skills, allocation of significant resources, setting up of technology institutes in various districts, the recruitment of qualified teachers, instructors and trainers, access to the high-tech computing services, information technology, scientific management related education and value adding knowledge.
- 4. An interview with subject matter expert (SME) was arranged regarding proposed solution for Pakistan The video is pasted in next slide Proposed Solution for Emerging Economy like Pakistan
- 5. Proposed Solution for Emerging Economy like Pakistan