People Development Program

The goal of the FRDC's People Development Program is to invest in research and development activities that develop the capabilities of the people to whom the industry entrusts its future.

The program is guided by an advisory group and managed by the FRDC people development program manager.

Investment is delivered through FRDC initiated activities, including personal and professional development opportunities, conferences, awards, commissioned work and tenders. In addition, projects may be funded through the annual open call for applications and tactical response funding.

Professional development opportunities

The FRDC People Development Program offers a suite of programs, scholarships and bursaries to build leadership, skills, networks and knowledge. 

CHECK HERE FOR A LIST OF FRDC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES 

Applying for funding

Looking toward 2012 and 2013, the FRDC will encourage applications for projects that aim to assist end-users to:

• Move to co-management of fisheries
• Build industry capacity to drive change, including to manage resource conflicts
• Improve workplace health and safety
• Identify and address reasons for poor uptake of training and education
• Be responsive towards new practices and innovation
• Ensure research capability is available to meet end-users future needs

To find out how to submit an application go to www.frdc.com.au/research/applying-for-funding:

Background Documents

• People Development Program Five Year Plan
• People Development Review Executive Summary
• People Development Review Final Report