Age

The age profile of a sector can provide valuable insights into the current and future skill needs of a sector. For example, a sector with an older age profile can indicate that the workforce is more likely to have fewer formal qualifications and more on-job experience than a more youthful age profile. An older age profile can also indicate a more immediate need to replace workers who may retire or are more likely to leave the workforce in the coming years.

This section looks at the age profile of the Accountancy sector in New Zealand and contrasts this against that of the overall national economy.