communication
The exchange and conveying of information, ideas, concepts, thoughts, and feelings through the use of a shared system of words, signs, and semiotic rules via a medium.
communication — the exchange and conveying of information, ideas, concepts, thoughts, and feelings through the use of a shared system of words, signs, and semiotic rules via a medium. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 53.42/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. ESCO classifies it as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 7 occupations in our catalogue, including activity leader, communication scientist, network marketer, and parliamentary assistant.
Occupations that require communication
Showing top 7 of 7 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is communication?
The exchange and conveying of information, ideas, concepts, thoughts, and feelings through the use of a shared system of words, signs, and semiotic rules via a medium.
What category of skill is communication?
ESCO classifies communication under the knowledge category, specifically in the personal skills and development subcategory.
Is communication an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 53.42/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. Prioritise this skill only when it directly enables paid work today — plan for AI to absorb more of it every year.
Which jobs require communication?
In our catalogue, 7 occupations list communication as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include activity leader, communication scientist, network marketer, parliamentary assistant, volunteer mentor, survey enumerator.
How transferable is communication between industries?
ESCO tags communication as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is communication the same as communicating?
Yes — communication is also known as communicating, correspondence, interaction, or conversation. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn communication?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands communication and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.