Transformations in the qualification aspect of labour quality in an information society

Abstract

Subject. Trends determining the employment dynamics both globally and in particular countries are of growing importance for the modern economy. Transformations of the global labour market caused by the transition to an information society based on the advances of the current scientific and technical resolution, have a significant impact on this market and induce social instability. To understand the processes occurring in the modern economy, predict the development of labour relations, and mitigate the negative effects, it is vital to determine the changes in the nature of labour related to the composition of various qualification groups. Purpose. To determine the main professional and qualification transformations of the nature of labour in Russia and the factors affecting these transformations. Methods. In our study, we used a historical-genetic method, an interdisciplinary approach to the analysis of the causes and consequences of the changes in the labour market, and empirical observation based on the analysis of statistical data. Results. As a result of the study, we determined the trends concerning the occupational structure of major fields and qualification levels in Russia in 2008-2012. We analysed the changes for various types of economic activities and qualification levels of employees, which helped us to confirm our assumptions about the causes of such changes. We also compared the obtained results to the global trends and determined features specific for the Russian Federation. Discussion. The obtained results were compared to the conclusions of the World Bank and international experts regarding the modern global trends on the labour market and the factors affecting it. Conclusions. As a result of the analysis, we came to the conclusion that there are types of economic activities on the labour market in Russia which are predominantly affected by the transformations associated with the transition to an information society. On the other hand, professional transformations are a multifactor process. The specifics of this process in the economy of Russia is described in the article.

Keywords

• labor market
• professional aspects of the transformation of the labour market
• information society