TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY SKILLS FOR EMPLOYABILITY: A CRITICAL EXPLORATION

Abstract

Today’s workforce needs skills such as critical thinking, communication, adaptability, and digital literacy. Employability in the 21st century goes beyond academic and technical skills; it also encompasses leadership and teamwork spirit, as well as emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills, which are essential for success in a rapidly changing world of industry. As new roles arise from technological and societal shifts, education systems must prepare learners to meet these needs. This paper explores certain employability skills and key competencies for the modern workplace. This paper highlights key employability skills—problem-solving, emotional intelligence, leadership, and teamwork—as essential for paving the way to success in the twenty-first century.