... development for senior leadership progression. Three main tensions were identified; the employer–HEI relationship should be contextually matched for work-based learning (WBL), mentors should be trained by the HEI, and soft skill development for demonstrating leadership capability and executive behaviours must...

... between the three levels. In addition, and significantly, the desired time frame for delivery of these skills and/or upskilling is very short. Originality/value Accelerated reskilling programmes with faster, shorter bursts of work-based learning (WBL) and experiential training are required...

... which leads to a learning outcome. Magnus Fjellström can be contacted at: magnus.fjellstrom@umu.se © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2016 Work-based learning Apprenticeship curriculum Employed apprentices Upper secondary apprenticeship education Vocational education and training...

... as a basis for higher education by Barnett to the extent that they underplay the role of values, understanding and criticality in the context of “life-world” unpredictability. Work-based learning Competence Curriculum development Higher and degree apprenticeships Professions Qualifications...

...Paul Smith; Nicola Poppitt; Jonathan Scott Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the views of academics, senior university managers and employer representatives on the design and implementation of an innovative work‐based learning (WBL) programme in UK higher education. Design...

...Afreen Huq; David H. Gilbert Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the possible benefits of a work‐based learning (WBL) model in “social entrepreneurship” for enhancing graduate employability and an appreciation for “responsible” entrepreneurship. Design/methodology/approach Pre...

... in dealing with real‐world problems and opportunities. David H. Gilbert can be contacted at: david.gilbert@rmit.edu.au © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2012 Australia Universities Business studies Entrepreneurialism Innovation Rapid prototyping Higher education Work‐based learning...

... with similar or different industrial internship programmes can benefit from the information discussed in this paper. Malaysia Higher education Universities Students Individual perception Experiential learning Internship Industrial internship Work‐based learning Students’ perception...

... research project undertaken by the authors and colleagues, with reference to earlier research by the authors. VET qualifications Work‐based learning Indigenous people Cleaning Banking Vocational training Social inclusion Australia This paper uses data from a national research project...

... and distance work based learning. The issue of employer involvement in programme design, management and delivery is of considerable interest to those developing and delivering Foundation degrees and similar programmes. The issues in relation to the student experience are also of considerable interest to those...