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Learn about Current Digital Workplace Trends – Skills Course – FutureLearn

Understand how digital technology influences our lives and the way we work with the IOC and the University of Leeds Explore the changing face of technology in the workplace The current digital workplace is fast-moving and presents an ever-changing job market On this two-week course youll discover why digital skills are so important and the type of job roles that lean heavily on this knowledge Guided by industry experts youll learn how to keep on top of digital trends to help you thrive in the workplace Future-proof your career with essential digital skills Youll examine some of the big myths surrounding the future of work and demystify the role of tech in the workplace Using up-to-date case studies and videos from people who have recently started working youll discover first-hand how the digital workplace affects you as a worker Youll learn about the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the importance of digital skills in todays job market before reflecting on the transferable skills youll need to secure the future of your career Youll then apply what you have learned to create a guide for your next professional steps Understand how digital technologies are changing the way we work and live The influence of digital technology in our lives is vast and this course will help you identify the ways you can use technology to work smarter By the end of the course youll have the confidence and tools to progress your career in the digital workplace Whether youre just entering the world of work or youre forging a new career path in the fast-moving digital space this course is a practical guide to using technology effectively Identify the technologies and aspects of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Discuss how technology is changing the world around us Debate the growing importance of data Explore the impact of automation in the workplace Investigate the digital skills predicted for a future workforce Reflect on the transferable skills predicted to be future proof

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