Why low-skilled workers are less likely to participate in continuing education

Low-skilled workers are less likely to participate in employer-sponsored continuing education programs than their more highly skilled colleagues.

They are less convinced that acquiring additional skills has a positive effect on career success and job satisfaction.

This is the finding of a survey conducted by TUM and the ifo Institute.

The study also shows that companies can increase employees' willingness to pursue continuing education by providing a modest amount of information. ...