By Papri Chanda
Published Jan 11, 2025

Hindustan Times
Education

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Forbes shares top 5 hard skills to learn in 2025 to enhance your career 

The new year brings new hopes and new resolutions. So, if you, too, have made a resolution to enhance yourself this year, then learn these top 5 hard skills in 2025, which have been shared by Forbes.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: We are all aware of the demand for AI and machine learning in the job market. Learning this skill can be helpful, as its importance is growing exponentially across industries.

Cloud Computing: The demand for cloud computing skills will remain this year too, as the industry continues its explosive growth and transformation of business operations across sectors.

Cybersecurity: With the surge in cybercrime, demand for cybersecurity skills has also increased in the market. The cybersecurity job market is expected to grow by 33% between 2023 and 2033, with an estimated 3.5 million unfilled cybersecurity positions worldwide by the end of 2025.

Data Analysis: The demand for data analytics expertise is surging across industries,  as businesses are now relying more on transforming unstructured data into actionable insights to drive growth, improve user satisfaction and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Digital Marketing: Social platforms have become the go-to place for all businesses nowadays. Good digital marketing can help businesses connect with their target audiences and customers. Proficiency in digital marketing strategies will be crucial for professionals looking to thrive in the competitive job market.