Preparing for the Jobs of Tomorrow: How RM Compare Aligns with Future Skills Demands

By Mark House

As we look towards 2030, the global job market is set to undergo significant transformation. The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 highlights key skills that will be crucial for the workforce of the future. At RM Compare, we believe our Adaptive Comparative Judgement (ACJ) approach to assessment is uniquely positioned to help prepare learners for these emerging demands.

Assessing Critical Future Skills

The report emphasizes several skills that will be in high demand by 2030, including AI and big data, creative thinking, analytical thinking, and resilience. RM Compare's holistic assessment method is ideally suited to evaluate many of these crucial skills:

  • Our comparative approach recognizes and rewards innovative, out-of-the-box solutions that may not fit into traditional marking schemes.
  • The ACJ process inherently develops critical evaluation skills in both students and assessors.
  • The adaptive nature of our assessments challenges students to apply their skills flexibly across various contexts.

Comprehensive Evaluation for Complex Skills

As the job market increasingly demands workers who can lead teams and navigate complex challenges, RM Compare offers:

  • Holistic skill assessment that captures practical abilities, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills crucial for future jobs.
  • Cross-curricular evaluation that allows for assessing complex, interdisciplinary work.

Reducing Bias and Promoting Fairness

In an increasingly diverse workforce, fair assessment is paramount. RM Compare's ACJ method:

  • Minimises bias by focusing on comparative judgments rather than fixed criteria.
  • Supports inclusivity by adapting to a wide range of subjects and skills.

Enhancing Professional Development

The report emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning. RM Compare contributes by:

  • Developing assessor expertise through the comparison process.
  • Promoting collaborative learning among educators.

Preparing for a Technology-Driven Workforce

With AI and big data skills topping the list of fastest-growing competencies, RM Compare's digital platform:

  • Builds digital literacy by familiarizing students with technology-based work environments.
  • Develops tech-savvy skills through engaging with and evaluating digital work products.

Conclusion

y implementing RM Compare's innovative ACJ approach, educational institutions can better prepare students for the jobs of the future. Our platform assesses and develops the complex, interdisciplinary skills that will be in high demand, aligning perfectly with the Future of Jobs Report's emphasis on adaptability, creativity, and technological proficiency.

Are you ready to revolutionize your assessment practices and prepare your students for the careers of tomorrow? Contact us today to learn more about how RM Compare can transform your approach to assessment.