Mr. Arthur Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what arrangements will be made for foreman-ship examinations when the British Institute of Management ceases to conduct its present examination.
§ Mr. HoggAfter consultation between my Department and representatives of both sides of industry and the professional bodies chiefly concerned, including the British Institute of Management, a new National Examinations Board in Foremanship and Supervision has been formed. The Board's first task will be to consider the early introduction of a qualification to replace the present British Institute of Management Certificate. It may introduce other qualifications in foremanship and supervision if it sees the need.
192WEducation for foremen is an important and developing sector of further education, and under the new arrangements I hope to see substantially increased numbers taking courses in the technical colleges for the Board's qualifications.