Chapter 1: The World of Human Resources Management

Your Job Prospects

You have read frequently that the jobs of today will not be like the jobs of tomorrow. For example, many service jobs, such as those found in call centres or even legal services can now be outsourced to countries such as India, where the English-speaking and well-educated labour force can provide the same level of service for about one tenth of the cost of a Canadian worker. Any job that can be automated or outsourced is at risk. At this point, you probably have some general ideas about what kind of work you would like to do.
Using the information contained in the chapter, describe the effects of globalization and technology on your career choice. Use the information on the Human Resources and Skills Development website at www.hrsdc.ga/en, and click on ‘job futures’ for the experts’prognosis on the future of your chosen career. For example, the prospects for human resources managers have been rated as good, and current employment rates are 97%. The site provides the rationale for these ratings.