2021 Workplace
Learning Report
Your Guide to Skill Building in the New World of Work
In 2021, it’s all about rapid skill building at scale
In the fifth year of the Workplace Learning Report, we mark a pivotal moment in the industry. Gleaned from survey data, LinkedIn Learning platform insights, and industry news, one thing is crystal clear. Learning has taken center stage and is essential to help organizations develop the skills necessary to thrive and innovate in the new world of work.
The data below is just the tip of the iceberg. Dive into the 65-page report and discover the insights—and practical advice—to help you craft your 2021 learning strategies and programs.
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In our fifth annual survey, 5,154 professionals spanning 27 countries revealed their priorities, challenges, and inspirations. What we found will surprise you.
L&D professionals
Learners
People managers
L&D Keeps Their Seat at the C-Suite Table
Last year, executives took notice when L&D quickly pivoted their learning programs to help employees manage through change. The good news is that L&D’s elevated role in their organizations remains strong in 2021. Dig into the report to find out how that championship is expected to impact L&D budgets.
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L&D retains its strategic position in organizations globally
% of L&D pros globally who agree that L&D has a seat at the executive table.
This is the time to ask those big questions and create change—and to disrupt and pioneer and take risks. You need to have that swagger. Grab the spotlight! This is our time. Let’s make a big impact.”
Leena Nair
CHRO of Unilever
Upskilling and Reskilling is the Top Priority for L&D
When we asked L&D pros globally about their most important areas of focus in 2021, upskilling and reskilling topped the list. In the report, we share how they are tackling the massive skill building challenge. And we unlocked the five most uniquely popular courses among L&D pros so you can upskill youself as well.
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The top three areas of focus for L&D programs in 2021
% of L&D pros globally who identified these programs as their top priority in 2021
1. Upskilling and reskilling - 59%
2. Leadership and management - 53%
3. Virtual onboarding - 33%
Power Skills in 2021: Resilience and Digital Fluency
Given that the pace of change only seems to have increased in 2021, it’s understandable why resilience and digital fluency topped the list of priority skills to build globally this year, with some countries more focused on resilience and some more focused on digital fluency.
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Top 2 skills across countries surveyed:
Resilience is the #1 skill to build in these countries: US, Canada, France, the UK, Australia and New Zealand
Digital fluency is the #1 skill to build in these countries: Germany, Southeast Asia, and India
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