More than 80% of companies that have introduced reskilling, including plans, according to a survey of 100 companies

When NHK conducted a survey of 100 major companies on re-learning and re-skilling of workers, more than 80% of companies "had introduced" or "plan to introduce", indicating that efforts are spreading.

NHK conducted a questionnaire survey of 100 major domestic companies from the 23rd of last month to the 13th of this month, and received responses from all companies.

Among them,

72 companies answered that they had

introduced it and 9 companies planned to introduce it

, which exceeded 80% of the total.

In addition, 16 companies are "under consideration", and the initiative is spreading.

After that, when asked about the specific content with multiple answers,

70 companies "implemented online learning" ▽

64 companies "held training and workshops"

▽ 48 companies "supported employees to acquire qualifications" etc. It is

Furthermore, when asked about the aim and purpose of the introduction with multiple answers,

▽ 67 companies answered “improvement of work productivity” ▽

61 companies answered “development of specialized human resources”

▽ 58 companies answered “improvement of employee motivation”.

However, on the other hand, there are also a number of companies that answered that they are not moving voluntarily among their employees.

Movement to strengthen reskilling spreads

The movement to strengthen employee reskilling is spreading among companies.

Of these, Suntory Holdings has introduced study sessions led by employees and external instructors, and is characterized by holding study sessions on a wide range of themes, not only on business skills, but also on education and hobbies.

"ITOCHU Corporation" has more than 100 training programs, and after having an interview with the superior about the skills necessary for the future career, the system allows employees to take what they want.

On the other hand, "Nippon Steel" has introduced a system that allows employees who want to reskill to take a leave of absence of up to three years.

Mercari pays full tuition fees to employees who go on to graduate school in Japan to obtain a Ph.