By researching and analysing several reputable in-depth surveys of top graduate employers, along with opinion pieces by industry experts, we have identified those skills most sought after by employers. The PG Skills workshop series in 2022-23, combined with the existing modules in this Canvas course, will cover each of these skills.

Read on to find out:

What the most sought-after skills are
Why they are so valuable
How your postgraduate degree can be an advantage
How we can help you develop these skills further

The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs report 2025 aims to predict the jobs and skills needs of the future. They identified the following top skills employees need:

List of core skills in 2025:
1. Analytical thinking
2. Resilience, flexibility and agility
3. Leadership and social influence
4. Creative thinking
5. Motivation and self-awareness
6. Technological literacy
7. Empathy and active listening
8. Curiosity and lifelong learning
9. Talent management
10. Service orientation and customer service