skill maping

1. Skill Development – NEP
Perspective
Dr Pramod S K
Loyola College of Social Sciences
Trivandrum

2. NEP focus – Skill Development
• Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
• Vocational Education
• Multidisciplinary Education and Flexibility
• Internships and Experiential Learning
• Continuous Skill Development

3. Why Skill Development?
• Changing Workforce Dynamics
• Promoting Holistic Development
• Reducing the Gap Between Education and Employment
• Encouraging Entrepreneurship
• Global Competitiveness
• Adaptability to Technological Changes
• Promoting Lifelong Learning

4. Types of Skills
✓ Hard Skills
✓ Soft Skills
✓ Transferable Skills
✓ Job-specific Skills
✓ Personal Development Skills
✓ Entrepreneurial Skills
✓ Emotional Intelligence
✓ Digital innovativeness
✓ Muti -Language Skills
✓ Social Skills
✓ Financial Literacy
✓ Cultural Competence

5. New Generation Skills – 21st Century
• Global Awareness
• Digital Literacy
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Self direction & Initiative – Leadership
• Communication Skills
• Information Literacy
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Creativity and Innovation
• Social & Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Resilience & Stress management

7. Skill Mapping
• Involves identifying and categorizing the skills possessed by
individuals
• Provide different perspectives on skill development and
deployment
• Vertical and horizontal mapping are two approaches to skill
mapping

8. Vertical Skill Mapping
• Involves tracking the progression of skills within a specific domain or career path
• It looks at the hierarchical or progressive nature of skills, often from entry-level to advanced or
specialized skills within a particular field
1. Career Progression: tracks the skills required for career advancement within a specific
profession or industry
2. Depth of Expertise: It focuses on the depth of knowledge and expertise in a particular area,
showcasing how skills evolve from foundational to advanced levels
3. Specialization: helps identify specialized skills that are crucial for higher-level roles within a
specific career trajectory
4. Professional Development: valuable for designing training and development programs that align
with the hierarchical growth of skills in a particular field

9. Horizontal Skill Mapping
• Involves identifying and categorizing skills across various job functions or industries
• Provides a broader view that cuts across different roles or sectors, emphasizing the transferability
of skills
1. Cross-Functional Competencies: identifies skills that are applicable across multiple roles or
industries, emphasizing versatility
2. Adaptability: It highlights skills that can be adapted and applied in diverse contexts, fostering
adaptability in the workforce
3. Diversity of Skills: helps to understand the diverse skill sets within their workforce, promoting
collaboration and resource allocation based on a broad range of competencies
4. Talent Mobility: It supports talent mobility by recognizing skills that can facilitate lateral
movement between roles or even industries

10. Integration -Vertical & Horizontal Mapping
• By understanding the depth of skills within specific roles (vertical) and recognizing the versatility of skills across roles
and industries (horizontal), organizations can develop more agile and responsive talent management and development
strategies.
Benefits of Integration:
• Strategic Workforce Planning: Allows for strategic planning by aligning skills with organizational goals and industry
trends.
• Holistic Talent Development: Supports the design of holistic talent development programs that address both
specialized and cross-functional skill needs.
• Agile Workforce: Enables organizations to build an agile workforce capable of adapting to changing business
environments.
• Both vertical and horizontal skill mapping contribute to informed decision-making regarding talent acquisition,
training, and organizational development. It's crucial for organizations to regularly update and refine their skill maps to
stay abreast of evolving industry requirements and workforce dynamics.

11. Incubation Labs
• Often referred to as incubators or innovation labs
• Dedicated spaces or programs designed to support the
development and growth of startups, entrepreneurs, and
innovative projects
• Provide a nurturing environment where individuals or teams
can work on their ideas, receive mentorship, access resources,
and build their ventures

12. • Space and Infrastructure:
• Physical Facilities: Incubation labs typically offer shared office spaces, meeting rooms,
and sometimes specialized equipment or facilities depending on the industry focus.
• Technological Resources: Access to technology infrastructure, such as high-speed
internet, prototyping tools, and software, is often provided.
• Mentorship and Guidance:
• Experienced Mentors: Incubation labs connect startups with experienced mentors and
advisors who can provide guidance on business strategy, product development, and
market entry.
• Networking Opportunities: Interaction with other entrepreneurs, industry experts, and
potential investors is facilitated, fostering a collaborative ecosystem.

13. • Financial Support:
• Seed Funding: Some incubation labs offer seed funding or help startups connect with
potential investors.
• Access to Funding Networks: Incubation labs may provide access to a network of angel
investors, venture capitalists, or other funding sources.
• Training and Workshops:
• Educational Programs: Incubation labs often organize workshops, training sessions, and
seminars on various aspects of entrepreneurship, business development, and industry-
specific skills.
• Skill Enhancement: Programs may focus on enhancing the skills of entrepreneurs in
areas like marketing, finance, and leadership.

14. • Industry-Specific Focus:
• Vertical Incubators: Some labs specialize in particular industries or sectors (e.g., technology,
healthcare, clean energy), providing tailored support and expertise.
• Legal and Administrative Support:
• Legal Services: Assistance with legal aspects, such as business registration, intellectual
property protection, and contract drafting.
• Administrative Support: Help with administrative tasks, allowing entrepreneurs to focus on
their core business activities.

15. • Duration of Incubation:
• Fixed Term: Incubation programs often have a fixed duration during which startups receive
support. This can range from a few months to a couple of years.
• Success Metrics:
• Performance Evaluation: Incubation labs may track the progress of startups using various metrics,
such as revenue growth, customer acquisition, and product development milestones.
• Graduation and Scaling: Successful startups often "graduate" from the incubation lab, moving on
to operate independently or securing additional funding for scaling.
• Public and Private Incubators:
• Government Initiatives: Some incubation labs are supported by government initiatives to
promote entrepreneurship and economic development.
• Private Incubators: Others are run by private organizations, corporations, or academic
institutions.

16. National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF):
• Objective:
• NSQF is a competency-based framework that organizes qualifications according to a
series of levels of knowledge, skills, and aptitude.
• Aims to integrate skill development with formal education and facilitate seamless
mobility between the vocational and general education systems.
• Alignment with Industrial Demands:
• NSQF aligns with industrial demands by defining occupational standards and
qualifications that are directly related to the skills required in various industries and
sectors.
• Industry experts and representatives are often involved in the development of NSQF to
ensure that the qualifications reflect the current and future need of the job market

17. National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC):
• Objective:
• NSDC is a public-private partnership that focuses on promoting skill development in
India.
• Aims to catalyze the creation of large, quality vocational institutions and enhance,
support, and coordinate private sector initiatives for skill development.
• Alignment with Industrial Demands:
• NSDC collaborates with various sectors and industries to identify skill gaps and develop
training programs that meet the specific demands of those industries.
• Sector Skill Councils (SSCs), under NSDC, work closely with industries to define
occupational standards, assess skill needs, and design training programs.

18. National Policies on Skills Development
✓Apprenticeship Programs
✓Vocational Education and Training (VET)
✓Workforce Development Initiatives
✓Lifelong Learning Programs
✓Industry-Academia Collaboration

19. 1. UNESCO: - The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) works on global education
policies. It emphasizes the importance of education for sustainable development, including skills development.
2. ILO: - The International Labour Organization (ILO) focuses on labor-related issues, including skills development. It
promotes policies that address the changing nature of work and the need for continuous skills upgrading.
3. OECD: - The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) conducts research and provides
recommendations on education and skills policies. It emphasizes the role of education in economic development and
social well-being.
4. World Bank: - The World Bank supports skills development projects in various countries. It often collaborates with
governments to improve education and training systems, with a focus on reducing poverty and promoting economic
growth.
5. Global Partnerships: - Various global initiatives and partnerships, involving governments, non-governmental
organizations (NGOs), and private sector entities, work toward advancing skills development on a global scale.

20. How to Strengthen the Skills – Academics?
✓Curriculum development
✓Industry partnerships
✓Soft skills training
✓Career counselling
✓Certifications & recognitions
✓Technology integration
✓Student centric approach
✓Assessment & feed back
✓Research & development
✓Governing support

21. Thank You