As emerging technologies continue to evolve, nearly 91% professionals believe generative AI (GenAI) skills are essential for career advancement, a new report said on Wednesday. 
These skills are becoming a crucial factor for career growth in 2025 and beyond, said the Simplilearn report. 
One of the key insights is the increasing demand for GenAI expertise. Around 92% of professionals stated that having knowledge of generative AI would be critical for success in the coming years. 
Many respondents also expressed a desire to transition to major tech companies, with 46 per cent aiming for roles in leading firms and 76%&nbsp; looking to leverage AI for organisational transformation.&nbsp;
The report also revealed the top trending skills that professionals are focusing on. Data science and analytics emerged as the most sought-after skill, with 32% of respondents showing interest in this field. 
AI and machine learning followed closely at 18%, while programming skills accounted for 16%. Meanwhile, another EY report on Wednesday said that GenAI is expected to boost productivity in Indian financial services by 34% to 38% by 2030, with banking operations seeing gains of up to 46%.&nbsp;
The report highlighted that financial firms in India are increasingly investing in GenAI. Around 74% of companies have already started proof-of-concept projects, while 11% have moved to full-scale implementation. 
Additionally, 42% of organisations are actively allocating budgets for AI-driven initiatives, focusing on areas such as voice bots, email automation, business intelligence, and workflow automation. 
With the rapid rise of AI-driven tools and automation, organisations are increasingly looking for professionals with expertise in generative AI, data science, and programming. The report suggests that these skills will be in high demand, positioning individuals for lucrative job roles.&nbsp;
&mdash;IANS

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March 12, 2025 | 18:17 IST