AI and big data become a major training priority by 2027

5.6 significance by WEF Future Jobs Jobs December 2027

Why does it matter?

AI training becoming a top priority would shift reskilling toward practical use of data and automation tools.

Direct quote

Training workers to utilize AI and big data ranks third among company skills-training priorities in the next five years and will be prioritized by 42% of surveyed companies. Employers also plan to focus on developing worker's skills in leadership and social influence (40% of companies); resilience, flexibility and agility (32%); and curiosity and lifelong learning (30%).

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