Discover global skill trends for 100 countries drawn from Coursera’s registered learner base of more than 124 million learners. Use valuable insights to shape talent development strategies and transform your employees and organization.
What is the state of the global skills
and credentials landscape?
The Global Skills Report 202 3 presents data on 100 countries
drawn from Coursera’s registered learner base of more than
124 million learners. We concentrate on three of the most
popular, job-relevant skill domains: business, technology,
and data science. We use this data to illustrate regional and
national trends around talent skill proficiency
and opportunity.
Learners on Coursera acquire skills by engaging with content
from 275 leading universities and companies. We offer a range
of formats to meet different skill needs—from hands-on
projects and courses to job-ready certificates and
degree programs.
Whether you’re a workforce development, higher education,
or business leader, this report will help you answer
three questions:
1 ECONOMIC GROWTH IS TIED TO
SKILL PROFICIENCY
There are strong correlations between higher skill
proficiency and economic advances like human capital
potential4 and innovation.5 Notably, the combined
Average GDP per Capita of countries where learners have
demonstrated cutting-edge proficiency scores are roughly
four times higher than that of countries where learners
are falling behind in skill proficiencies.
INSIGHTS IN ACTION: Businesses, government,
and higher education leaders investing in the
skills development of their people are investing
in greater economic and social advantages, often
through employment. The 2023 Coursera Learner
Outcomes Report found that 85% of learners
enrol in courses on Coursera to land their first
the professional role, switch careers, or advance in
their current role. Furthermore, 77% of learners
have reported a beneficial impact on their career
from completing their most recent course
or program.6
KEY FINDINGS:
• How proficient is your workforce in critical job skills?
• What skills are popular among learners in your
country or region?
• How much of your workforce is preparing for in-demand,
digital roles?
1. Economic growth is tied to skill proficiency
2. Internet access is tied to economic opportunity
3. Learners in high-income countries are more likely to invest
in learning human skills
4. Learners with postgraduate education are most likely to
invest in AI-related skills
5. Many countries are closing the gender gap in online learning
6. Learners around the world are preparing for digital roles
with Professional Certificates
7. Skilled talent can be found around the world