Towards a learning economy: evolving Singapore

Abstract

While the literature is prolific on the subject of the 'learning organizations', little has been written on the concept of the 'learning economy'. The first part of this paper discusses the learning typology employed in distinguishing different levels of learning, and the role of leadership in a 'learning organization'. The findings are then applied to indicate key attributes of a 'learning economy', and to suggest that Singapore is evolving into one. A model of Singapore's economic evolution is developed to frame the discussions.