Why Demand for Training Is Surging in Indonesia

Between 2020 and 2024, Indonesia experienced one of the fastest shifts in workplace expectations in Southeast Asia. According to PwC, 76% of Indonesian workers say their roles have changed significantly in the past five years, and 57% say access to skills development is a key reason to stay with their employer (PwC Indonesia, 2024). Yet major skill gaps remain—particularly in digital literacy, ESG compliance, cybersecurity, and leadership.

These drivers are increasing demand for high-quality, practical, and adaptable training—especially in Bahasa Indonesia and across distributed workforces.

What Is IA Skills?

IA Skills is a government-supported training and education platform created under the Indonesia–Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA). It was developed with support from Katalis, a bilateral economic cooperation program designed to strengthen trade, investment, and skills development between the two countries.

The platform allows Indonesian organisations—whether in the public or private sector—to connect directly with certified Australian training providers. These include some of Australia’s most experienced TAFEs, universities, private providers and registered training organisations (RTOs).

Thanks to IA-CEPA, Australian providers enjoy streamlined access to the Indonesian education market—and that translates into faster, more responsive training for Indonesian clients. IA Skills makes this connection easier, more affordable, and more transparent.

Whether you’re a ministry official, HR leader, SOE training manager, or business owner, IA Skills is your gateway to internationally recognised, fit-for-purpose training that meets Indonesia’s evolving workforce needs.

What Kind of Training Is Available?

IA Skills features a curated catalogue of over 300 courses from 50+ Australian institutions, including TAFEs, universities, and specialist providers. High-demand categories include:

Flexible Delivery Options

Courses are available in a range of delivery formats—including online, self-paced, hybrid, and in-person. This makes them ideal for:

Many courses also offer Bahasa Indonesia content or subtitles, ensuring that technical material is accessible to a wider range of learners.

How the IA Skills Platform Works

You can engage with IA Skills in two ways:

1. Browse and Enrol in a Course

Search for courses by topic, sector, delivery method, or language. Read full course details and submit an enquiry to the training provider

2. Post a Training Request (or Tender)

If you need something specific—such as a tailored leadership retreat or a multi-week upskilling course for 100+ employees—you can post a free training request.Australian providers will review your brief and submit detailed proposals.

• Compare providers and pricing
• Request proposals based on your scope, format, and outcomes
• Receive competitive bids from certified Australian RTOs, private providers and universities

For large-scale training initiatives, this approach saves time, ensures relevance, and meets procurement best practice.

How to Get Started

Getting started with IA Skills is simple:

1. Register at www.iaskills.org

2. Browse courses by topic or provider

3. Post a training request and receive proposals

4. Select a provider and start training—online, self paced, or on-site

Whether you need a short course for 10 people or a tailored learning pathway for 500, IA Skills offers a smart and secure way to build the skills your organisation needs.