Jobs of the Future and What to Study for them

10 Jobs for the Future and What to Study

• 65% of current students will end up in jobs that haven't even been invented yet!!
• 10 years ago, Steve Jobs had only just recently set up Apple. Now it is one of the largest companies in the world, hiring people from all around the globe.
• We aim to outline some of the jobs for the future and how you can prepare for them.

#1. Corporate Disrupter

• Many large companies are incorporating the small start-up ethos of prioritizing fresh ideas without a hierarchical structure. Such an open structure allows start-ups to adapt and change easily, something that large organisations struggle with. Overcoming rigid structures could be an obstacle for many companies - an obstacle that would require a Corporate Disrupter. A Corporate Disrupter would be an expert in implementing organised chaos in large corporations.
• What to Study?
• Business Administration
• Stay tuned to all the business news and trends in the business world. Experience as an entrepreneur and in a start up would be essential.

#2. Food Chemist

• A food chemist is a professional in developing and improving the taste and texture of food. Thanks to 3-D printers (which can print ANYTHING), this business is expected to have a boom.
• What to Study?
• Knowledge and experience in chemistry and kitchen would go a long way.
• Essential to keep up-to-date with the technology and culinary trends

#3. Animal Migration Engineer

• The spread of human civilization has negatively impacted natural habitats.
• Moving animals from these habitats to new, similar or artificial habitats may be the only way to save them from extinction.
• An Animal Migration Engineer would find out which species migrate, where they migrate to and make an 'assisted migration'.
• What to Study
• Knowledge in engineering and biology, but primarily keeping an eye on Biology trends
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#4. Virtual Currency Speculator

• Many currencies are losing credibility and gaining distrust during economic and financial crisis', giving virtual currencies a chance to shine.
• Even if the economies do settle down, virtual currencies are still the way forward.
• This is creating a whole new area for investment, with the most popular virtual currency being Bitcoin.
• What to Study?
• Knowledge in financial markets as well as new technologies, currencies and online payment methods

#5. Technology Detox Expert

• Everyone knows how addictive technology is. People are glued to their phones even on nights out and around the dinner table, and this trend is only on the rise.
• This could lead to , in extreme cases, a technology detox therapist. Someone who is an expert in separating people from their technology lives and implementing strategies to control your usage of technology.
• What to Study?
• Psychology and expertise in technology.
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#6. Hackschooling Expert

• A teacher who encourages their students to explore and experience possibilities of technology, rather than follow in the footsteps of a traditional education path.
• With technology rapidly developing, there are endless possibilities down the line of education opportunities.
• What to Study?
• Knowledge of teaching and, above all, an awareness of trend in educational technology.

#7. Digital Architects

• A major use of new technology is in transforming existing careers by changing the way people do things.
• One such example is the effect new technologies are having on Architecture. Digital design gives architects a new ability to control and create designs using technology.
• What to Study?
• A degree in architecture, a passion for new technologies and an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends.
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#8. Specialist in Foetus Medicine

• Doctors specializing in foetuses are trying to cure diseases before the baby is born, before there is irreversible damage to the foetus.
• Undoubtedly, this would be one of the greatest advances in medicine.
• What to Study?
• Study medicine and specialize as much as possible in the area of foetus development.

#9. Privacy Advisor

• One of the challenges of the internet is protecting the users privacy.
• Privacy Advisors is a future profession where they may be required to discover new ways and protect individuals from vulnerabilities while using the internet
• What to Study?
• Computer skills and programming, as well as technological advances.
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#10. Personal Curator of Content

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• A Content Curator is like a personal assistant that recommends certain apps, hardware, software and information based on your interests and preferences
• What to Study?
• Stay tuned to blogs and new applications. Have a blog of your own and be active in social network.