The role of reskilling programmes on the digital transformation at a large financial services organisation

Abstract

The primary goal of this study was to examine the role of reskilling programmes on digital transformation at a Large Financial Services Organisation. The business climate and the world of work are going through an unprecedented large-scale transition - such as the transition from the agricultural economy to the industrial revolution. The era of digitisation, automation and acceleration is upon us. The society is in an economy where new critical skills have emerged and these new emerging skills have become necessary for individuals, businesses, and the economy to succeed. However, very little research has been done on the role of reskilling programmes on the digital transformation at a Large Financial Services Organisation. The study employed quantitative research and a structured closed questionnaire was used to collect field data from a selected sample of 88 respondents drawn from a target population in the study area. The field data were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), version 29. Statistical tools, including frequency tables, pie charts, and graphs, were used to analyse data. The study findings indicate that jobs have been significantly affected by digital transformation and new emerging job functions in large financial services organisations. A digital transformation programme had a direct relationship with the implementation of reskilling programmes. The study recommended that designing technology-focused training programmes appropriately and selecting or creating technology-focused training programmes with essential elements are necessary for successful outcomes.

Keywords: {'name': 'Digital transformation'}, {'name': 'Jobs'}, {'name': 'Reskilling'}, {'name': 'Large Financial Services'}

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Tinaye Mahohoma
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Theodore Silvanus Aaron
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