future competencies

[ˈfjuːtʃər kəmˈpɛtənsiz]
noun
competências futuras
1. Skills, knowledge, and abilities that will be required or valued in future work environments and society
Future competencies such as critical thinking and digital literacy are essential for career success.
Competências futuras como pensamento crítico e alfabetização digital são essenciais para o sucesso profissional.
2. Capabilities and expertise needed to adapt to emerging technologies and evolving job markets
Organizations are investing in training programs to develop future competencies among their workforce.
Organizações estão investindo em programas de treinamento para desenvolver competências futuras entre seus colaboradores.
3. Learned capacities that enable individuals to meet challenges in anticipated professional and personal scenarios
Educational institutions are redesigning curricula to focus on future competencies.
Instituições educacionais estão reformulando currículos para focar em competências futuras.
This term has gained prominence in both Brazilian and American contexts since 2015, particularly in educational reform and corporate training discussions. In Brazil, it's frequently used in government initiatives like the 'Competências para o Século XXI' programs. In the USA, similar concepts are often discussed as '21st-century skills' or 'workforce development needs.' The term reflects global concern about technological disruption and the need for continuous adaptation in rapidly changing economies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
emerging skillsnext-generation competencies21st-century skillsskills of tomorrowcompetências emergentes
Antonyms / Antônimos
outdated skillsobsolete competenciestraditional skillslegacy competencies

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
competências futuras
Standard term used in educational and corporate contexts
São Paulo
competências futuras / habilidades do futuro
Commonly used in business and tech sectors; 'habilidades do futuro' is also popular
Rio de Janeiro
competências futuras
Standard usage in academic and professional environments
Portugal
competências futuras / competências do futuro
Increasingly used in EU policy and educational reform discussions

Related Words

digital competenciessoft skillshard skillsupskillingreskillingprofessional developmentcontinuous learningadaptive capacity

Related Idioms & Phrases

staying ahead of the curve
preparing for tomorrow's challenges
building tomorrow's workforce
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