HIGH-EDUCATED WORKFORCE MIGRATION: CASE STUDY OF NEW ZEALAND

Abstract

Research and education opportunities in New Zealand are very high. The country has educational institutions of international popularity with a wide variety of world-class programs. The appeal of New Zealand's education system is further enhanced by scholarships and funding options for overseas students. Highly educated individuals seeking to advance their academic and professional goals are invited to the stimulating research environment created by collaborative research initiatives, alliances with industry, and access to cutting-edge facilities and resources. Because of these attractive factors, New Zealand has become a desirable destination for highly educated workers. First of all, the country's high quality of life and work-life balance is a major attraction for professionals. New Zealand offers a unique lifestyle due to its stunning natural scenery, energetic cities and strong focus on leisure activities. The aim of this study is to examine the phenomenon of highly educated workers migrating, sometimes called brain gain or brain drain, in relation to New Zealand. It examines the pull factors from their home country, the pull factors that attract highly educated people to New Zealand, and the effects of this migration on both their homeland and New Zealand. The research also looks at the idea of brain gain through return migration and how overseas students impact the local labour market. Government actions and initiatives aimed at retaining highly educated workers and maximizing the advantages of migration are also covered. By assessing these factors, the research provides insight into the dynamics of highly educated worker migration in New Zealand.