It has been found that over 88 percent of employees in India expect to engage in continued learning and training in their career for staying relevant, according to a report released on Friday. The Pearson Skills Outlook report, titled Employee View, was based on a survey of 4,000 people from four countries, including the US, the UK, India and Brazil, each of which had 1,000 participants.
The survey revealed that three-quarters of the respondents believed bringing new skills, particularly in English, would help them succeed in their professional lives. Technical competencies, such as AI/ML, data processing and coding, appears to be a priority regardless of age. Additionally, language skills were cited as a desirable skill for younger people (Gen Z).
Furthermore, the report observed that the outlook for job market posed challenges for Gen Z as 88 percent expressed uncertainty regarding their chosen career paths. Millennials and Gen X reported to be optimistic about their career prospects in comparison.
Pearson’s President of Workforce Skills, Michael Howells, commented that the success of modern organisations is closely connected with the capabilities of their workers. The proliferation of the Internet together with new technologies such as AI/ML and data science has generated new requirements in terms of skills and competences.
Pearson is a British publishing and education company that provides access to education and training services. Their goal is to help people learning and develop skills with high impact, including MOOCs, online degrees, and online courses, with busy people in mind. With a strong commitment to being part of the solution, they strive to bridge the gap between the needs of the individuals and organizations through learning and education. With their Skills Outlook reports, Pearson aims to provide a comprehensive view of the working world. The report can help identify and track the skills gaps, trends, and changes in the job market.
