Skills and Employment

Education Committee

Business at OECD’s Education Committee is the private sector focal point for the OECD’s work on education policy. Based on members’ interest and expertise, Business at OECD brings together the perspectives of employers to support and help shape the OECD’s world-renowned surveys, analyses, and recommendations in the area of education and skills including impacts of digital technologies and AI. Business at OECD’s Education Committee meets bi–annually, participates to the OECD’s thematic sessions and Ministerial level meetings, and organises policy events in partnership with the OECD.

Committee Overview

Discover the functions of Business at OECD's Education Committee.

Why the OECD’s Work on Education Matters

The OECD's work on education helps improve educational quality and accessibility on a global scale. The OECD conducts research, collects data, and allows countries to benchmark their performance and learn from one another including on cutting edge issues including digital and AI impacts on education, training and skills needs. As the flagship Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) can trigger national education policy reform, dialogue between governments and business at the OECD is instrumental to ensure that recommendations for education policies reflect labour market realities and foster a capable and adaptable workforce.

Our 2025 Priorities

Modernising education curricula for employability and inclusive societies

Investing in teachers and elevating the teacher profession

Investing in the digital infrastructure and capacity of education and learning systems

Advancing skills and competencies for the digital economy and sustainability

Addressing the needs and impacts of AI skills for boosting productivity and growth

Our Engagement with the OECD’s Bodies

OECD’s Education Policy Committee

OECD's Centre for Educational Research and Innovation Governing Board (CERI)

OECD’s Centre for Skills

Publications

26 February 2025

Boosting Productivity and Business Growth

The Role of AI Skills

This policy paper explores how AI-related skills can drive productivity and economic growth. It emphasizes the need for education systems to adapt to evolving workforce demands.

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5 December 2022

Education for a Resilient, Regenerative Future

Statement to the OECD 2022 Education Ministerial

This statement outlines business priorities for the OECD Education Ministerial. It calls for stronger collaboration between education and employers to meet future skills needs.

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29 November 2022

Learning for better life and work

Joint Report with IOE

This joint report highlights the importance of lifelong learning. It advocates for inclusive, flexible education systems that support both personal and professional development.

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1 December 2021

Education for a more resilient future

This policy paper addresses the role of education in building resilience post-COVID. It stresses digital learning, teacher support, and adaptability in education systems.

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1 June 2015

Character Qualities for the Workplace: Survey Synthesis Report 2015

This report synthesizes survey findings on character qualities valued in the workplace. It underscores the importance of non-cognitive skills for employability.

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