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Develop your employability skills

While technical and academic skills and subject-specific knowledge are important, employers also value a range of employability skills. The following are some key employability skills and examples of how you can begin developing them now.

Skills to develop

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AI, digital, and data skills

Using digital tools, data and AI confidently, effectively and responsibly to support your work, learning and decision-making.

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Communication skills

Actively listening and expressing ideas clearly and appropriately in writing, speaking and professional interactions.

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Creative thinking skills

Using curiosity and imagination to develop ideas, approach challenges differently, and identify innovative solutions or improvements

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Leadership and influence skills

Taking initiative, showing self-awareness and responsibility, and positively influencing others and outcomes, regardless of your role or level.

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Collaboration and teamwork skills

Respecting others, co-operating, collaborating, negotiating, persuading, and contributing to discussions or joint projects. Successfully achieving a joint goal.