Workplaces today are undergoing dramatic changes and the future presents many challenges and
opportunities for both HRM and employees.
Technological change, particularly the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and new generation
robotics, are said to represent a “third wave” of economic development that will displace current jobs and
current employment patterns and will fundamentally impact upon the very fabric of society itself.
Task:
- Broadly discuss these trends and also discuss their impact at the societal level in 40 to 50 years’ time.
Will society be better or worse overall for most people?
- 3 occupations from the following list: Data Analyst /University Lecturer /Recruiter (500 words) and
answer
a. Present data on the current demographics for these occupations in Australia as well as the changes in
that group over the last 40 years. You must establish the size and composition of that occupational
category going back to 1970 and analyse trends.
b. Predict the future situation for your chosen occupations in 2060. Consider the major decline, no change
or major improvement and indicate which is most likely and justify (500 words for each occupation,
separate headings for each) and subheadings if needed.
Sample Solution