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Alberta’s international education strategy : a post-secondary approach to attracting and developing global talent

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Alberta’s future prosperity and growth depends on the mobility of talent, skills, ideas, and innovations across international borders. Alberta’s post-secondary institutions play a key role in... More ≫

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Alberta’s future prosperity and growth depends on the mobility of talent, skills, ideas, and innovations across international borders. Alberta’s post-secondary institutions play a key role in attracting and developing the talent and skills Alberta needs now and in the future. Alberta’s International Education Strategy: A Post-Secondary Approach to Attracting and Developing Global Talent was developed in collaboration with stakeholders to ensure the province has a pipeline of global talent to support the provincial economy for decades to come. The strategy includes key actions government will undertake to support Alberta’s international education sector.

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Employment and wages for Alberta workers with a post-secondary education

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Between 2015 and 2020, Alberta’s economy is expected to add approximately 197,000 new jobs. In addition, over 50.0% of all new jobs are expected to require some form of learning beyond a high... More ≫

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Between 2015 and 2020, Alberta’s economy is expected to add approximately 197,000 new jobs. In addition, over 50.0% of all new jobs are expected to require some form of learning beyond a high school education. Post-secondary education is a degree, certificate (including a trade certificate), or diploma from an educational institution beyond the secondary (high school) level. More education and training is expected to be a key to success in the new economy. Over the next five years, there will be a strong demand for occupations that need university degrees.

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