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Interested In Artificial Intelligence? What Our Research Shows about the Skills in Demand

Published by: SkillsFuture Singapore

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way we learn, create, and work right now. The big question is no longer how to avoid this change, but how to make it work for us.

The good news? Data from PwC’s 2025 Global AI Jobs Barometer paints an encouraging picture:

Industries more exposed to AI are experiencing three times higher growth in revenue per employee.
Wages are rising twice as fast in these industries.
Workers with AI skills earn a 56% wage premium.

These trends show that those who know how to work with AI are already benefitting from it. And you don’t need to be a tech expert. Many AI skills today are beginner-friendly and relevant across different roles, from creatives to executives.

To help make sense of where the opportunities are out there, read on for five AI skills that are most in demand today (based on our analysis of job postings, role requirements, and growth rates).

1. Strongest Demand and Highest Transferability: Prompt Design

Prompt Design stands out for its strong demand and versatility. It can be used across many roles and industries because it helps people communicate effectively with AI tools and improve outcomes across different work contexts.

Courses You Can Consider:

Mastering Prompt Engineering for Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
by Republic Polytechnic
This course introduces the key concepts of generative AI and how to craft effective prompts. Participants will learn how to guide AI tools to produce more accurate, useful, and creative results across different applications.
WSQ Prompt Engineering Essentials: Building Effective AI Prompts
by Oom Pte Ltd
This course teaches you how to use prompt engineering and AI tools to plan and create effective digital marketing content.

2. Fastest Growth: Generative AI Principles and Applications

Generative AI is currently expanding faster than any other skill area in AI. It’s also one of the most widely taught areas.

Courses You Can Consider:

Generative AI: Applications, Prompt Engineering and the power of ChatGPT
by Singapore Management University
This 1-day course introduces participants to ChatGPT’s fundamentals, applications, and best practices, equipping them to customise, manage, and use the tool responsibly for business and real-world scenarios.
Demystify Generative Artificial Intelligence
by Nanyang Polytechnic
Learn how generative AI work through examples and discover how these tools can be useful in real-world applications.

3. Core Competency: Responsible AI and Generative AI Practices

As AI adoption increases, the need for ethical and responsible AI practices has also grown. This skill is especially relevant for educators, developers, and business leaders who manage AI deployment.

Courses You Can Consider:

Empowering Your Workforce with Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
by Ngee Ann Polytechnic
By the end of the course, you will be well-prepared to integrate GenAI into their professional activities responsibly and creatively.

AI, ChatGPT in Emerging Technology
by Genetic Computer School
This course teaches learners to use AI tools like ChatGPT to improve work productivity while understanding their risks and how to manage them.

Growing popularity among learners for AI content creation shows how quickly AI is transforming the way digital content is produced and shared.

Courses You Can Consider:

AI Tools for Creative Professionals (SF)
by NTUC Learning Hub
Learn to use AI tools to produce creative content across copywriting, visual, audio, and video formats.
Generative AI Content Creation: Super Sprint Sales & Marketing Performance
by Singapore Institute of Retail Studies
Learn to create AI-powered content for text, images and design to develop a brand that generates competitive value and returns.

5. Strategic Focus: Artificial Strategy Ethics and Governance

AI Strategy and Governance is emerging as a strategic focus for organisations that want to scale AI responsibly.

Courses You Can Consider:

Empowering Your Workforce with Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
by Ngee Ann Polytechnic
This course provides professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to leverage the transformative power of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) responsibly and effectively.
Certified Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP)
by Singapore Management University
Learn the fundamentals of AI and machine learning, the ethical and legal frameworks that govern their use, and the principles of responsible AI governance.
From Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy to Solutioning: Diagnosing, Developing, and Designing Use Cases
by Singapore University of Technology and Design
Explore how to strategically implement AI solutions that align with organisational goals. Do note that you are required to take a foundational course first.

Act Now

The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 predicts that by 2030,

50% of employers plan to re-orient their business in response to AI,
two-thirds plan to hire talent with specific AI skills, and
40% anticipate reducing their workforce where AI can automate tasks.

If you’ve been curious about trying AI tools, there’s never been a better time. You can take a short course with your SkillsFuture Credit and see how AI can make your work easier and more productive.

Important Note

The One-off SkillsFuture Credit Top-up expires on 31 Dec 2025. To utilise it, you must:

use your Credit for courses that commence by 31 Dec 2025, and
submit your claim(s) by 31 Dec 2025.

See SkillsFuture Credit for more information.

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