Policy agendas on Human Resources in Science and Technology in South Korea: from a new perspective

This study examines the challenges of HRST (Human Resources in Science and Technology) Policy in South Korea. It faces challenges such as the extinction of existing jobs and the demand for new capabilities. To adapt flexibly to new jobs in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the importance of developing science and technology capabilities has been growing. The emphasis of Science and Technology policy is also changing. It cannot be said that the government has achieved its policy goals only through budgetary spending. Recently, more attention is given to the policy impact and efficacy that address societal problems such as unemployment or a decrease in the economically productive population [1]. It is necessary to look more clearly at the challenges of HTST policy in South Korea through accurate analysis of current/existing projects. The target of the HRST policies should be extended to the underprivileged, such as women and retirees. It should also include more active programs to meet increasing needs for job training, work-based learning, and career diversification in relation to the life-long learning. Therefore, this study could provide some implications not only for skills training policies and educational innovation of Engineering Colleges but also for launching new government projects from a new perspective.