Top Skills You Need in the Coming Year
Expand your knowledge and transform your professional journey
The last few years have been dominated by change, with technology disrupting the job market and making us question what we, as humans, bring to the table. According to the World Economic Forum’s 2023 Future of Jobs Report, 44% of workers’ core skills are expected to change between now and 2027. The start of a new year can be a natural time to reflect and identify goals. Whether that is transitioning into a new career, going for that promotion, or pursuing a passion project, upskilling is the way to go.
If career development is one of your objectives this year, here are 4 growth areas to focus on along with resources to help.
Artificial Intelligence
Accelerated technological advances call for robust reskilling and upskilling. An IBM Institute for Business Value survey found that 4 out of 5 executives believe generative AI will change employee roles and skills. Adapting to change and leveraging new technologies will prove to be a good time investment as the digital and work landscapes continue to shift in the years ahead.
- Interested in learning about the evolution of AI in both commercial and national security domains? Consider taking Georgia Tech’s course A Survey of AI: Transforming Our Lives.
- Learn how to apply AI and machine learning to defense challenges in our Artificial Intelligence to Solve Modern Challenges course.
- Dive into the world of Machine Learning Operations through our Machine Learning Ops: Building and Delivering Models for Operational Success.
Cybersecurity
The global average cost of a data breach in 2023 was $4.45 million. That number alone serves as clear proof that, as we continue to master digital platforms and adapt to other technological innovations, we also become increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. These dangerous disruptions have created a need for cybersecurity professionals across all industries. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Cybersecurity jobs will grow 32% in the next decade.
- Gain knowledge on traditional cyberattacks and electronic warfare, and learn how critical infrastructure must adapt to the integration of these domains by taking our course Cyber Warfare/Electromagnetic Warfare Convergence.
- Obtain the necessary tools to become a world-class cybersecurity professional with Georgia Tech’s OMS Cybersecurity degree.
- Interested in learning about the principles of information security and the nature of cyber defense? Consider the Cybersecurity: A Systems Approach course.
- Develop experience with risk intelligence while exploring the nexus of geopolitics, cybersecurity, and international business activity with the M.S. in International Security, Online.
Data Analytics
The demand for data science professionals continues to grow as technology evolves. The ability to model, analyze, and manipulate data in a tech-driven culture has never been so valuable. And, the numbers don’t lie, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of data scientists is projected to grow 35% from 2022 to 2032.
- If problem-solving through data is a passion of yours, check out Georgia Tech’s OMS Analytics degree.
- Interested in learning how to align supply chain strategy with business strategy? Consider taking Creating Business Value with Statistical Analysis.
- Learn how to use machine learning methods to distinguish patterns and improve organizational efficiency with Georgia Tech’s Business Analytics Graduate Certificate.
Innovative Leadership
As we enter 2024, it’s important to remember the significance of developing skills that will help you adapt and thrive in any circumstance. Practicing time management, strategic thinking, adaptability, and good communication are a few essential abilities that can be strengthened through practice and can help you create real change.
- Understand the difference between management and leadership in our Leadership in Project Management course.
- Foster cross-border collaborations to move innovation into global markets in Georgia Tech’s Innovation and Technology Commercialization Professional self-paced, online course.
- Interested in improving your ability to lead and motivate diverse and high-performing teams? Consider taking our Professional Leadership Certificate at the Savannah campus.
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