The Future of Higher Education and Professional Training in Pakistan

Saima Tabassum

Abstract: Higher education and professional training are crucial for development of the workforce. It has become a major policy discussion in many countries. Global economy and markets are changing rapidly with the advancements in information technology. In this situation quality higher education and professional training are vital for the economy of Pakistan and its future generation who are 65 % young people. This article aims to discuss current status of the education and training in Pakistan, its important issues in higher education and professional training and the way forward for the higher education and professional training in Pakistan.

Keywords: education, training, curriculum, human development, governance and administration

How to Cite?: Saima Tabassum, "The Future of Higher Education and Professional Training in Pakistan", Volume 6 Issue 3, March 2017, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1904-1908, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20171651, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20171651