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Attraction and retention of British Columbia technology talent

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(Research Project) M.B.A.
Date created
2006
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This paper investigates issues related to attraction and retention of British Columbia (BC) technology workers. Academic research, interviews, and popular literature provide the basis for analysis. Motivational issues for workers and analysis of technology clusters are key research elements. The purpose of the report is to provide recommendations that address the identified recruiting and retention issues. This paper consists of eleven chapters. The first chapter identifies the key research questions. Chapter two summarizes the BC technology clusters. Chapter three describes technology worker motivational factors for geographic relocation. Chapters four, five, and six provide an analysis of BC against the motivational factors. Chapter seven describes recruiting strategies of other geographic areas. Chapter eight compares BC to general characteristics of technology clusters. Chapter nine discusses strategic alternatives. Chapter ten provides recommendations for improving BC's recruiting and retention. Chapter eleven summarizes the key findings.
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