The Role of L&D in Achieving B-BBEE Skills Development Targets

Introduction

For many South African businesses, the B-BBEE Skills Development element is a game-changer or a deal-breaker. With 20 points up for grabs, it’s the second most significant element on the scorecard. But here’s the catch: poorly planned training can cost you those points.

Why Skills Development is Key to B-BBEE

• It demonstrates your investment in employee growth.
• It unlocks tax rebates and SETA grants.
• It boosts your overall B-BBEE score – essential for securing tenders and contracts.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Running training programmes that aren’t aligned to SETA standards.
• Missing the spend thresholds on priority groups.
• Failing to submit accurate WSP and ATR reports.

How L&D Professionals Make the Difference

The difference between compliance success and failure often comes down to knowledgeable L&D advisors who can:

• Develop B-BBEE-aligned training plans.
• Manage learnerships effectively.
• Maximise the return on skills spend.

Our L&D Advisor Programme equips you with expertise to manage B-BBEE skills targets strategically.

Thought-Provoking Question:

Are you leveraging skills development as a compliance requirement, or as a competitive advantage?