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Hard Skills
[technical and measurable skills used in more specialized pathways]
CODING: Computer Skills
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With the world moving towards the fourth industrial revolution, most skills will move towards technology as jobs will be “upgraded”. Coding used to be seen as just a skill for “Techies”, but now as we enter a new workforce, coding is vital and necessary in nearly every career. Top universities and CEOs highly value this skill and say it is very critical when looking for a student or employee respectively.
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Robots and Automation
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The fourth industrial revolution will wipe out many different jobs and replace as many jobs with robots and automation. To be safe behind that, it is best to learn how and why this will occur at such a rapid and alarming rate. Similarly to coding, employers and top universities are looking for robot/automation skills in a candidate.
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Software Testing and Automation Testing offered by the University of Minnesota >
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Graphic Design
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Many careers, especially in business and marketing, demand proficiency in graphic design. Through the use of typography, photography, iconography, and illustration, one can create advertising or awareness graphics in any career field. For example, medical posters require careful and intelligent use of graphic elements to create such a poster.
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Working Knowledge of Tech Enabled Tools
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Many office jobs and important careers will require one’s knowledge with the use of tech-enabled tools. Tools include Powerpoint, Access, Excel, Word, and much more. It is more than just a pen and paper now. IOS and Android app developing tools can also be found here.
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Digital Marketing
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The world has evolved from its previous traditional ways of marketing and the digital age is nigh. Currently, many of the top companies use means of digital marketing and the industry is still growing. One of the most coveted hard skills today, this skill will help you become the master of communication and branding digitally all over the entire world.
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Digital Media and Marketing Strategies by University of Illinois at Urban-Champaign >
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