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Abstract

The global pandemic had triggered large scale career transitions. Employees who were considering career shift pondered about the kind of transferable skills that they ought to carry from one job to another. Critical thinking, problem solving, adaptability, teamwork, attention to detail and management were some of the most preferred transferable skills in the corporate world. Organisations which promoted and developed transferable skills created more adaptable and agile workforce capable of thriving in any situation. Though transferable skills were effective in the corporate set up and were needed for the future, HR professionals found that problem solving, critical thinking, and the ability to deal with complexity and ambiguity were missing among employees. Would sharpening transferable skills help employees in making a swift career switch?

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2023.

Geographical setting

Region:
World/global

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Abstract

The global pandemic had triggered large scale career transitions. Employees who were considering career shift pondered about the kind of transferable skills that they ought to carry from one job to another. Critical thinking, problem solving, adaptability, teamwork, attention to detail and management were some of the most preferred transferable skills in the corporate world. Organisations which promoted and developed transferable skills created more adaptable and agile workforce capable of thriving in any situation. Though transferable skills were effective in the corporate set up and were needed for the future, HR professionals found that problem solving, critical thinking, and the ability to deal with complexity and ambiguity were missing among employees. Would sharpening transferable skills help employees in making a swift career switch?

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

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Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2023.

Geographical setting

Region:
World/global

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