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Expand Your Expertise in 2025 with Skillsoft Global Knowledge

Date:
Jan. 20, 2025
Author:
Global Knowledge

Happy New Year from Skillsoft Global Knowledge! As we dive into the new year, we want to take a moment to thank you for choosing us as your partner in professional growth. Your commitment to learning and staying ahead in the fast-paced world of IT has been (as it always is) inspiring to us.

Reflecting on 2024, we were thrilled to see that nearly 150,000 IT professionals like you collectively completed over 2.7 million hours of instructor-led training across 14,000+ events. This dedication has paved the way for innovation and resilience across your organizations worldwide.

 

Most Popular Skills Gained in 2024

The most popular technical skills gained through ILT were cloud computing and networking, followed by security, data center, and visualization. These skills are interconnected and essential for modern IT professionals to design, implement, and maintain robust and secure infrastructure in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape:

  • Cloud computing and networking are foundational skills in modern IT infrastructure. As organizations increasingly adopt cloud technologies, proficiency in these areas is crucial for managing hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
  • Security skills are in high demand due to the growing threat landscape. Cybersecurity knowledge is essential for protecting cloud resources, data, and networks from unauthorized access and breaches.
  • Data center skills remain relevant as organizations maintain on-premises infrastructure alongside cloud deployments. Understanding data center networking, virtualization, and management is vital for efficient operations.
  • And finally, visualization skills are becoming more important for managing complex IT environments. The ability to create and interpret visual representations of network topologies, security groups, and infrastructure layouts enhances troubleshooting and decision-making processes.

The most popular non-technical skills gained in 2024 were IT service management (ITSM), project management, and enterprise architecture. These non-technical skills complement technical expertise, enabling professionals to drive strategic growth, innovation, and operational excellence in modern organizations.

Here are some reasons these skills likely topped the list in 2024:

  • Digital transformation: As organizations increasingly rely on complex digital ecosystems, ITSM becomes crucial for aligning technology with business goals and managing the entire IT service lifecycle. This drives the demand for professionals skilled in ITSM practices.
  • Automation and AI integration: The growing focus on automation in project management, with 54% of professionals in our 2024 IT Skills & Salary Report citing the positive impact of AI on their role, necessitates project managers who can leverage these technologies effectively.
  • Changing workforce dynamics: With nearly two-thirds of IT professionals considering leaving their job in the next year, organizations need strong ITSM practices to improve service delivery, efficiency, and employee satisfaction.
  • Strategic alignment: ITSM and project management skills are essential for delivering IT as a service, improving overall performance, and driving efficiency. This aligns IT services with broader business objectives.
  • Complexity of modern IT environments: The increasing adoption of cloud technologies, AI, and hybrid work models requires professionals who can manage these complex systems effectively.
  • Cost optimization and productivity: In a challenging economic environment, skills in ITSM and project management are valuable for reducing costs and boosting productivity.
  • Evolving project management landscape: The rise of hybrid project management approaches and the need for adaptability in fast-changing markets make project management skills highly sought after.
  • Enterprise-wide service management: The expansion of ITSM principles beyond IT to other business functions (Enterprise Service Management) increases the demand for these skills across organizations.

READ THE FULL IT SKILLS & SALARY REPORT

 

Most Popular Partner Courses in 2024

Top Microsoft courses included:

  • Microsoft Azure Administrator
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst
  • Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator
  • Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

For Cisco, the top courses were:

  • Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions
  • Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies
  • Implementing and Configuring Cisco Identity Services Engine
  • Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services
  • Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure

Top 2024 AWS courses were:

  • Architecting on AWS
  • Developing on AWS
  • Cloud Operations on AWS
  • The Machine Learning Pipeline on AWS
  • Advanced Architecting on AWS

Additionally, top business training courses in 2024 included:

  • ITIL® 4 Foundation
  • TOGAF® EA Training - Combined Foundation and Practitioner
  • PMP Exam Prep Bootcamp
  • PRINCE2® 7 Foundation and Practitioner
  • Agile Project Management Foundation & Practitioner (AgilePM®)

Looking ahead, 2025 promises exciting opportunities to expand your expertise with Skillsoft Global Knowledge. Stay tuned for new training programs designed to help you get – and stay – ahead. Explore our 2025 training catalog and discover how we can help you achieve your career goals.

 

Skillsoft Global Knowledge’s 2025 Course Catalog

The 2025 training catalog incorporates some key benefits designed to help you stay ahead in your career. These include:

Comprehensive Skill Development: The catalog includes a wide range of courses covering both technical and non-technical skills. Whether you're looking to enhance your expertise in cloud computing, networking, IT service management, or project management, there’s something for everyone.

Top Industry Courses: The catalog features popular courses from leading providers like Microsoft, Cisco, and AWS. For example, you can find courses such as Microsoft Azure Administrator, Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions, and Architecting on AWS.

Business Training: In addition to technical skills, the catalog also offers business training courses like ITIL® 4 Foundation, TOGAF® EA Training, and PMP Exam Prep Bootcamp. These courses are designed to help you develop essential business skills and advance your career.

Flexibility and Accessibility: The courses are designed to be flexible and accessible, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. This makes it easier to balance your professional development with your other commitments. Check out our course delivery formats here.

Enhanced Customer Support: Our new Customer Success Management (CSM) strategy for 2025 ensures that you receive proactive and aligned support tailored to your evolving needs.

These benefits make the 2025 training catalog a valuable resource for anyone looking to expand their expertise and achieve their career goals.

 

Get Started Today!

Take a moment to reflect on how far you’ve come—whether you’ve mastered a new technology, tackled a challenging project, or achieved a long-awaited certification, every step has contributed to your success story.

Thinking of building on that momentum with your entire team? Check out our group training options, as well. Let’s make 2025 a year of shared growth and success for you and your team!

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