Santander - Tomorrow's Skills

🚀 The Future of Work: Why Reskilling is No Longer Optional (Source & Credit: Santander)
The professional landscape is undergoing a massive transformation. According to the World Economic Forum, half of the global workforce will need reskilling by 2025. Santander’s latest report explores how we can navigate this change through lifelong learning.

🔍 Key Insights at a Glance:

• The "One-Block" Education is Fading: 8 out of 10 people now believe expanding their skills through lifelong learning is essential to remain competitive.

• The Rise of AI: 61% of participants identify AI and Data Science as the most in-demand disciplines for the next five years. While 58% say AI knowledge is crucial for their careers, 1 in 3 employees fear AI may eventually replace their current roles.

• Experience Over Degrees: Nearly half (45%) of respondents believe practical experience and informal education (workshops, self-teaching) will become more valuable than formal university degrees.

• The Responsibility Shift: Who should pay for this training? 43% believe companies should lead the way in continuous employee training, while 29% view it as an individual responsibility.

🌍 Regional Highlights:

• Europe: The most mobile region, where 89% of workers have changed sectors, companies, or roles during their careers.

• North America: The region most convinced that practical experience outweighs formal certificates.

• South America: Leads the world in self-driven learning, with 45% of participants currently undertaking training on their own initiative.

Education no longer has a "start" or "end" date on a CV. To thrive, individuals must embrace a mindset of constant growth, and businesses must become active partners in the learning journey