The skills needed as a basis for further development
You will be better prepared to progress in the world of work when you can:
COMMUNICATE
read and understand information presented in a variety of forms (e.g., words, graphs, charts, diagrams)
write and speak so others pay attention and understand
listen and ask questions to understand and appreciate the points of view of others
share information using a range of information and communications technologies (e.g., voice, e-mail, computers)
use relevant scientific, technological, and mathematical knowledge and skills to explain or clarify ideas
MANAGE INFORMATION
locate, gather, and organize information using appropriate technology and information systems
access, analyze, and apply knowledge and skills from various disciplines (e.g., the arts, languages, science, technology, mathematics, social sciences, and the humanities)
USE NUMBERS
decide what needs to be measured or calculated
observe and record data using appropriate methods, tools, and technology
make estimates and verify calculations
THINK AND SOLVE PROBLEMS
assess situations and identify problems
seek different points of view and evaluate them based on facts
recognize the human, interpersonal, technical, scientific, and mathematical dimensions of a problem
identify the root cause of a problem
be creative and innovative in exploring possible solutions
readily use science, technology, and mathematics as ways to think, gain, and share knowledge, solve problems, and make decisions
evaluate solutions to make recommendations or decisions
implement solutions
check to see if a solution works, and act on opportunities for improvement
Source:
http://www.conferenceboard.ca/spse/employability-skills.aspx