Effect of 'Pandemic' ( along with Fourth Industrial Revolution) on career options / jobs

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The career is an individual's metaphorical "journey" through learning, work and other aspects of life. There are a number of ways to define career and the term is used in a variety of ways.

In order to decide which career is good of one, three important parameter plays role: 

  • Interest
  • personality
  • aptitude

There is a scientific way to find the combined factor of all three, which we called Psychometric test. This is based on three different theories. Now with pandemic, a new pandemic factor also started playing it's role.COVID-19 has forced everyone to adjust to a new way of life and a new way of working. The covid-19 pandemic is a career shock for many people across the globe.



Now if you think about the career selection, one person in Class 11 decide the career option and then he/she will go for 10+2 and then graduation. This means after selection of the career option, one will go for career after 5 years and sometimes more than that. During that 5 years span, that career may get a change.

Like, now 

The retail industry has been impacted heavily by the coronavirus, with most non-essential stores forced to close due to the introduction of lockdown. 

COVID-19 has brought tourism to a standstill. It has been one of the worst affected industries, according to the World Tourism Organization.

With people staying at home and consuming only necessities, there is a lack of demand for many types of goods, which has led to an overall decrease in advertising spending. In addition, the cancellation of physical events, such as sports events, have also meant a sharp decline in advertising.

This means that it is very important to consider the pandemic factor as well. 

Now if we see the upcoming career options for next decade or more are:

Best Career Options in the Future

1. Data Scientist

2. Data Analyst

3. Blockchain Developer

4. Digital Marketer

5. Cloud Computing Professional

6. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Expert

7. Manager (MBA)

8. Software Developer

9. Big Data Engineer

10. Cyber Security Expert

1. Data Scientist

Data Science is one of the hottest sectors currently and for good reasons. The amount of data companies and their customers use has increased exponentially. Organizations need the expertise of data scientists to help them use that data effectively.

2. Data Analyst

While data scientists analyze the data and develop solutions by utilizing them, you need professionals who can make the data understandable for everyone too. That’s what data analysts do. A data analyst is responsible for making the complex data and its insights understandable for the general audience.

3. Blockchain Developer

Bitcoin was in a lot of headlines recently for giving considerable returns to its users. It’s a cryptocurrency and is based on blockchain. Many experts believe that blockchain-based technologies will revolutionize different industries due to their unique and practical potential.

4. Digital Marketer

Digital marketing is one of the fastest-growing industries in India. It is growing at a 25-30% annual rate in India. By 2018, India reached 500 million internet users, and as more people buy smartphones, this number will keep growing.

5. Cloud Computing Professional

Cloud technology helps companies in reducing operating costs and becoming more efficient. It facilitates collaboration and productivity along with those benefits. That’s why more and more companies have started implementing cloud technology. The demand for cloud computing professionals is increasing steadily, and it’s one of the best career options for next decade.

6. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Expert

AI and ML experts are in huge demand, and it’s continuously increasing. AI and ML find applications in various industries, including finance, health, medicine, education, manufacturing, etc. According to a LinkedIn survey, AI and ML roles are among the top emerging jobs in India.

7. Manager (MBA)

As a company grows and expands its operations, it requires more managers to handle its functions. Due to this, the demand for managers is evergreen. If you’ve always been interested in pursuing leadership roles, then management would surely be perfect for you.

8. Software Developer

Software development has been among the most popular fields in India. As more and more companies are moving towards digital platforms and are relying on digital products, the demand for software developers is growing accordingly.

9. Big Data Engineer

Another prominent career that’s seeing a huge demand is a big data engineer. The amount of data we generate per day is humongous. Experts expect the digital universe to reach 44 zettabytes by 2020, which is forty times more bytes than the number of stars in our observable universe.

10. Cyber Security Expert

In the year 2019 alone, the number of cybercrime cases in India increased by 63.5%. As our society becomes more digitized, the threat of cybercriminals and organizations is growing accordingly. Companies and organizations all over the globe rely on cybersecurity experts to help them tackle these harsh elements.

The Fourth Industrial Revolution is changing the work landscape across all industries, worldwide. The World Economic Forum reports that this could see the displacement of 75 million jobs due to the adoption of new technologies and structural changes in the labor market. However, it’s not all doom and gloom, as the simultaneous emergence of 133 million new jobs has also been predicted. The key is to carve a career path that takes advantage of these technological changes but can’t be replaced by them.

By 2030, roles in office support, food service, production and machine operations, and mechanical installation and repairs will have all but disappeared in the US, with similar trends happening in South Africa and the rest of the world. The jobs that will continue to be in demand include health professionals, STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) specialists, creatives, managers, and those in education or workforce training.

Five fundamental forces affecting the professional landscape of the future:

1. Organizational rearrangement will change job demand

2. An increasingly global and diverse talent pool will shape job creation

3. A connected world will change the way you work

4. Adapt to rapid technological change

5. How collaboration between humans and robots will change the professional environment

Overall, along with interest, personality and aptitude, pandemic is going to play a big role in changing the careers for the future. 

Job description : Source: Internet

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