SKILLS DEVELOPEMENT ACT

Question 1

Purpose of the act SDA

Answer 1

• increase employment opportunities for previously disadvantaged people
• improve skills and qualifications to ensure economic development for a better standard if living

Question 2

How is it funded SDA

Answer 2

Levy - 1% of total payroll which then goes to SETA (sector education and training authority)

Question 3

Name 2 positives SDA

Answer 3

• more skills in business leads to better preformance and improved competitive advantage
• more training opportunities for employees

Question 4

Name 2 negatives
SDA

Answer 4

• 1% is an additional expense as it can’t come off salaries
• smaller businesses may find it difficult to find time to allow staff to go in training and have negative implications on productivity