Using logic and reasoning to
identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or
approaches to problems.
No. 2 Complex Problem Solving (found in 9 out of the 10 most in-demand jobs)
Identifying complex problems and
reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement
solutions.
No. 3 Judgment and Decision-Making (found in 9 out of the 10 most in-demand jobs)
Considering the relative costs and
benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate ones.
No. 4 Active Listening (found in 9 out of the 10 most in-demand jobs)
Giving full attention to what other
people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking
questions as appropriate and not interrupting.
No. 5 Computers and Electronics (found in 8 out of the 10 most in-demand jobs)
Knowledge of circuit boards,
processors, electronic equipment and computer hardware including applications
and programs.
No. 6 Mathematics (found in 6 out of the 10 most in-demand jobs)
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra,
geometry, calculus, statistics and their application.
No. 7 Operations and Systems
Analysis (found in 5 out of the 10 most
in-demand jobs)
Determining how a system or operation should work and how changes in conditions, operations and environments will affect outcomes. Understanding the needs and product requirements of a particular design.
Determining how a system or operation should work and how changes in conditions, operations and environments will affect outcomes. Understanding the needs and product requirements of a particular design.
No. 8 Monitoring (found in 5 out of the 10 most in-demand jobs)
Monitoring and assessing performance
of yourself, other individuals or organizations to make improvement or take
corrective action.
No. 9 Programming (found in 3 out of the 10 most in-demand jobs)
Writing computer programming for
various purposes.
No. 10 Sales and Marketing (found in 2 out of the 10 most in-demand jobs)
Knowledge of principles and methods
for showing, promoting and selling products or services. Includes marketing
strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques and sales control
systems.
