Skill-Based Education and its Impact on Lifelong Learning and Career Advancement


Authors : Dr. Parvez Shahid Ali

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 4 - April


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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25apr935

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Abstract : The inadequate integration of skill-based education into lifelong learning pathways presents a significant obstacle to career advancement and adaptability in today's rapidly evolving job market. This study examined the central role of skill- based education and its influence on the development of lifelong learning and career advancement. In the contemporary period characterised by rapid progress in technology and economy, it is essential for people to consistently learn and use developing talents. This study evaluated the impact of skill-based education programmes on people' ability to adapt, develop, and advance in their professional endeavours. The research used a quantitative research design, with a sample of 50 participants, mostly composed of students and educators. Participants were administered a self-structured questionnaire to collect primary quantitative data, which was then analysed using correlation and regression analysis. The statistical software SPSS by IBM was utilised for data analysis. The sampling technique used in this investigation was convenience sampling. The study results found positive correlation between Skill based education and Technological and Economic advancement (p =0.000). The study found Skill based education positively contribute the lifelong Learning. To better appreciate the value of skill-based education programmes in fostering lifelong learning and career advancement in a variety of settings, it would be helpful to do more research into a selection of these programmes and the sectors and areas in which they have had the most impact.

Keywords : Skill Based Education, Technological and Economic Advancement & Career Advancement, skill-based learning etc.

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The inadequate integration of skill-based education into lifelong learning pathways presents a significant obstacle to career advancement and adaptability in today's rapidly evolving job market. This study examined the central role of skill- based education and its influence on the development of lifelong learning and career advancement. In the contemporary period characterised by rapid progress in technology and economy, it is essential for people to consistently learn and use developing talents. This study evaluated the impact of skill-based education programmes on people' ability to adapt, develop, and advance in their professional endeavours. The research used a quantitative research design, with a sample of 50 participants, mostly composed of students and educators. Participants were administered a self-structured questionnaire to collect primary quantitative data, which was then analysed using correlation and regression analysis. The statistical software SPSS by IBM was utilised for data analysis. The sampling technique used in this investigation was convenience sampling. The study results found positive correlation between Skill based education and Technological and Economic advancement (p =0.000). The study found Skill based education positively contribute the lifelong Learning. To better appreciate the value of skill-based education programmes in fostering lifelong learning and career advancement in a variety of settings, it would be helpful to do more research into a selection of these programmes and the sectors and areas in which they have had the most impact.

Keywords : Skill Based Education, Technological and Economic Advancement & Career Advancement, skill-based learning etc.

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