Strategic initiatives

Read about the Tertiary Education Commission’s strategic initiatives, including the careers system, the Ōritetanga Learner Success programme, our data system refresh, and work to address skills shortages.

Careers System
Read about our work supporting the careers system and delivering quality careers services for Aotearoa New Zealand.
The Ōritetanga – Tertiary Success for Everyone programme of work
Mā te mahi ngātahi, ka angitu – success requires all of us to play our part.
Data System Refresh (DSR) programme
The DSR programme is creating a new and sustainable data solution for collecting, managing and reporting data that will support investment decisions in TEC…
Addressing skill shortages – industry focus
New Zealand is facing skills shortages in a number of sectors, including construction, food and fibre, health, and Secondary Initial Teacher Education.
Vocational education system
Find out about New Zealand’s vocational education and training system.
Foundation education
Foundation education supports a broad range of provision, involving skills such as literacy (in English and te reo Māori), numeracy, supported learning, di…
Implementing Key Information for Students
Learn about the Key Information for Students (KIS) and how to implement it on your website.