India: Preparation for the World of Work: Education System and School to Work Transition

Book Details

• Publisher: Springer VS

• Author: Matthias Pilz

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9783658085018

• Pages: 355

• Cover: Hardcover

• Release Date: 10-02-2016

• Part Number: 27 colour illustrations, 50 black & white illustrations

• Package Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.6 x 1.1 inches

About the Book

This insightful book by Prof. Dr. Matthias Pilz explores India's education and training system, specifically its role in preparing the nation's young workforce for the demands of the employment market. As India stands as a leading industrialized nation with a youthful population and a significant need for skilled labor, the book offers a deep dive into educational policy, curriculum design, and the cultural aspects of vocational education and training (VET).

The absence of a formalized vocational training system in India underlines the significance of this work, as it addresses the challenges and opportunities in filling the skill gaps in the Indian economy. The research is presented through the lens of Indian experts, offering a comprehensive picture of how education systems from primary to higher education contribute to the labor market.

The book also looks at the concepts of lifelong learning and knowledge economy, drawing connections between work and learning, which are critical in shaping India's workforce. With a focus on educational structures like ITIs (Industrial Training Institutes) and ITCs (Industrial Training Centers), it provides detailed insights into the educational landscape and how it impacts employability.

Key Highlights

• Focus on India's Education System: Examines the training mechanisms preparing young people for the workforce in India's industrialized context.

• Cultural and Policy Perspectives: Offers insights into the unique educational policies, curriculum designs, and cultural characteristics of India.

• Lack of Vocational Training System: Discusses the absence of formalized vocational training and its impact on India’s skill gap.

• Targeted at Multiple Audiences: Useful for researchers, students in various fields (political science, sociology, VET), HR managers, and NGOs working in India.

Target Audience

• Researchers and Students in political science, education, training, sociology, lifelong learning, and non/informal learning.

• Practitioners in the field of politics and teaching in vocational education and training (VET).

• HR Managers working with multinational companies in India.

• NGOs focusing on education and workforce development in India.

About the Author

Prof. Dr. Matthias Pilz is a Full Professor of Business Education at the University of Cologne, where he also serves as the Director of the Center for Modern Indian Studies and the German Research Center for Comparative Vocational Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.). His expertise lies in vocational education, training, and comparative studies, particularly focusing on the Indian educational system.

This book offers a comprehensive look at how India’s education system shapes its future workforce, making it an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the country’s educational challenges and solutions.