The Future of Work in Guyana and the Caribbean: Skills That Will Drive Employment and Economic Growth by 2035

Authors

  • Prof. Dr. Stanley Anthony Vivion Paul (Sr.) Professor, University of Excellence, Management and Business (U.E.M.B.), Georgetown, GUYANA.
  • Prof. Dr. Justin Joseph Professor, University of Excellence, Management and Business (U.E.M.B.), Georgetown, GUYANA.
  • Prof. Stanley Anthony Vivion Paul (Jr.) Professor, University of Excellence, Management and Business (U.E.M.B.), Georgetown, GUYANA.
  • Prof. Coretta McDonald Professor, University of Excellence, Management and Business (U.E.M.B.), Georgetown, GUYANA.
  • Prof. Orande Kenneatior Solomon Professor, University of Excellence, Management and Business (U.E.M.B.), Georgetown, GUYANA.
  • Prof. Shenelle Rambhajan Professor, University of Excellence, Management and Business (U.E.M.B.), Georgetown, GUYANA.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55544/ijrah.5.4.30

Keywords:

Future of work, Caribbean labour markets, Guyana, digital fluency, adaptive leadership, entrepreneurial capability, sustainability skills, cross-cultural communication, curriculum redesign, economic diversification

Abstract

Caribbean economies are undergoing rapid transformation due to technological disruption, climate adaptation imperatives, demographic shifts, and global market integration. These forces are redefining the skills required for sustainable employment and economic competitiveness across the region. This article examines the emerging skillsets projected to dominate labour markets in Guyana and the wider Caribbean by 2035, drawing upon empirical labour-market analyses, international development reports, and regional economic assessments. The discussion identifies five critical competency clusters: digital and data fluency, adaptive leadership, entrepreneurial capability, sustainability-oriented skills, and cross-cultural communication. The article argues that higher-education institutions must redesign curricula, strengthen industry linkages, and incorporate flexible, skills-based learning pathways to prepare Caribbean graduates for an increasingly volatile global landscape. Strategic implications for policy, workforce development, and institutional reform are provided.

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Published

2025-07-31

How to Cite

Paul (Sr.), S. A. V., Joseph, J., Paul (Jr.), S. A. V., McDonald, C., Solomon, O. K., & Rambhajan, S. (2025). The Future of Work in Guyana and the Caribbean: Skills That Will Drive Employment and Economic Growth by 2035. Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities, 5(4), 197–199. https://doi.org/10.55544/ijrah.5.4.30

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): July Issue

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Copyright (c) 2025 Prof. Dr. Stanley Anthony Vivion Paul (Sr.), Prof. Dr. Justin Joseph, Prof. Stanley Anthony Vivion Paul (Jr.), Prof. Coretta McDonald, Prof. Orande Kenneatior Solomon, Prof. Shenelle Rambhajan

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