Recent debates are sparking worry over the future of jobs due to automation. A new Pearson AI tool helps determine the most in-demand jobs by 2030.
AI tool determines in-demand job criteria
With the help of its interactive AI tool and Faethm, its predictive analytics platform, Pearson assessed the current job market and modeled future market skills. The research team analyzed over 21.8 million job ads across the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia. Additionally, they performed follow-up on further training to analyze the data. The final outputs of the models reveal the skills required in each job. (https://daveseminara.com)
“As the adoption of new technologies continues, the importance of non-technical skills such as the ability to learn and cultural and social intelligence is only becoming more important. Organizations that recognize this gap and invest in helping employees build capabilities that are transferable and flexible are the ones that will thrive in our changing world,” stated Dr. Richard George. Dr. George is the Vice President of Workforce Skills at Pearson.
More on automation and its effect on the job market
A threat of recession is looming over several developed and developing nations. More and more businesses are looking for employees with skills that help them be versatile and relevant in the changing times. Pearson’s AI tool identifies the new ‘power skills’ of today to determine the jobs of the future. The study reveals while technological capabilities are important employers prioritize human skills such as leadership, communication, and collaboration. Additionally, personal learning and mastery achievement, cultural and social intelligence, and customer focus are highly prized.
“Although demand for technical skills is increasing, technology evolves so quickly that these capabilities often have a short shelf-life and can be unique to specific industries or jobs. People in tech roles need human skills to be agile and adaptable in their learning. The research findings guide employers on where they should focus their training and education programs,” explained Dr. George. Pearson’s new study an AI tool challenges false alarmism. Additionally, it shifts the focus to actions that can help policymakers and individuals to better prepare for the future.