Future Skills 2030: Mastering the 4th Industrial Revolution

The future of work is changing fast - understand the drivers of change and the key skills to future-proof your career.

Created by: Dr. Thomas Carroll
Master Future Skills & Beekeeping with Dr. Thomas Carroll

What Will I Learn?

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the key technologies driving the 4th Industrial Revolution, including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, IoT etc.
• Gain insights into other forces of change such as Globalisation, Climate Change, Demographics, Geo-Politics and the impact of the recent COVID-19 pandemic.
• Understand the key hard and soft skills needed to prepare for the future of work and how to up-skill and re-skill.
• Learn which types of jobs are in and which type of jobs are out over the coming years to 2030 and beyond.
• Cultivate a mindset geared towards continuous learning and adaptability to keep pace with rapid technological advancements.
• Understand the importance of reskilling and upskilling in an ever-changing job market.
• Foster an entrepreneurial mindset to identify opportunities and create value in the context of the 4th Industrial Revolution.
• By course end, participants will be able to advise others, including their own children, on future skills & careers as we look towards 2030 and beyond.
• By the end of the course students will have created a Personal Skill Development Plan to prepare for the future of work.

Requirements

• The course is aimed at a non-technical general audience and is suitable for beginners who want to jump into this fascinating topic.
• Interest in Emerging Technologies: A keen interest in topics such as AI, robotics, IoT, and other aspects of the 4th Industrial Revolution.
• Willingness to Learn: An open mind and a willingness to engage with new concepts and technologies are crucial for making the most out of the course.
• An interest in strategic career self-management and understanding the 21st century skills you need in order to future-proof your career.

Target audience

• The course is for anyone looking to make a pivot, jump back into the workforce or invest in skills to future-proof their career.
• The course is for anyone who is curious and wants to understand how our world is changing and the new technologies and other forces driving change.
• The course is for anyone interested in digital transformation and the 4th Industrial Revolution
• Students & graduates - those currently in educational institutions or recent graduates looking to enhance their employability and adapt to future job markets.
• Parents who want to advise their children on career choices which will be in demand in the coming decade.
• Job Seekers & Career Changers: Those looking for new career opportunities or considering a shift in their career paths to industries and roles that will be in demand in the future.
• Life-long learners who are seeking to understand technological changes and how to reskill and upskill.
• Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders: Business owners and managers interested in understanding how to leverage new technologies and skills to drive innovation and growth in their organizations.
• Policymakers & Government Officials: Individuals involved in crafting educational and workforce policies that support the development of future skills and the preparation of the workforce for upcoming industrial changes.
• Educators & Trainers: Teachers, trainers, and educational administrators aiming to incorporate future skills into their curricula and training programs.