A joint study by Cognizant and Pearson reveals that 94% of HR leaders expect artificial intelligence to generate new entry-level roles within five years. The survey of 750 HR professionals across the US, UK, and India found that 96% believe entry-level positions will evolve into supervising or managing AI systems, while 60% say their learning and development programs cannot keep pace with AI-driven job transformation. Nearly seven in ten respondents now value broad, interdisciplinary backgrounds over specialized degrees for early-career talent, and 97% say soft skills matter more than ever. The findings highlight a growing disconnect between the skills organizations need and those they currently have, with 64% struggling to find the right talent as AI rapidly changes skill requirements.
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class AStudy co-authored by Cognizant shows AI creating new entry-level roles, boosting demand for its HR/consulting services.
Pearson PLCStudy co-authored by Pearson shows AI creating new entry-level roles, boosting demand for its learning and development programs.