2. Human Capital in the Context of
Pakistan
Human capital is essential to develop natural resources
of a region
Global research and evidence emphasize the need to
invest in the first 1,000 days of one’s life from conception
Pakistan is yet to make significant attainments in the
human development index (HDI), which focuses on
measurable dimensions of human development such as
living a long and healthy life, being educated and having
a decent standard of living
The right time for human capital investment is now as
Pakistan does not have the luxury to wait until its
macroeconomic conditions get better, foreign investment
surges
3. Human Capital in the Context of
Pakistan (Cont…)
The key areas need to focused for human
development in Pakistan include a rational and long-
term planning, on-job training programs, technical
education according to the needs of 21st century,
secondary level education for development of critical
skills, allocation of significant resources, setting up of
technology institutes in various districts, the
recruitment of qualified teachers, instructors and
trainers, access to the high-tech computing
services, information technology, scientific
management related education and value adding
knowledge.
4. An interview with subject matter expert (SME) was
arranged regarding proposed solution for Pakistan
The video is pasted in next slide
Proposed Solution for Emerging
Economy like Pakistan