OpportuNext

Description

OpportuNext is a free, skills-based online search tool designed to assist job seekers in identifying rewarding career paths and employers in finding suitable candidates. Developed by Signal49 Research in partnership with the Future Skills Centre, OpportuNext leverages big data to match individuals' skills with viable career paths, often uncovering options they may not have considered.

The tool is particularly useful for career development practitioners, job seekers, employers, students, and policymakers. It provides insights and information that can kickstart successful career transitions. Users can submit their current job title, select their province, and begin searching for the next step in their career. The tool also allows users to select their education level and field of study to review potential career options.

OpportuNext is grounded in the latest labour market information, helping users make informed career decisions. The tool's growth prospects for occupations are based on projected employment levels from the Model of Occupations, Skills and Technology (MOST). These prospects are categorized into ratings such as 'Very Poor', 'Poor', 'Fair', 'Good', and 'Excellent', depending on the percentage growth.

The tool is designed to empower users in a dynamic and inclusive labour market, especially in the wake of disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. It supports a forward-thinking workforce that benefits all Canadians. OpportuNext also offers resources like articles, interviews, and reports with tips for career hunting in Canada, enhancing its value as a comprehensive career development tool.

OpportuNext's Core Features

• Skills-based career matching

• Free to use

• Developed with big data

• Supports job seekers and employers

• Offers career insights

• Growth prospects based on MOST

• Empowers career development practitioners

• Provides labour market information

How to use OpportuNext?

1. 1

   Identify: Submit your current job title

2. 2

   Select: Choose your province and education level

3. 3

   Search: Review career options

4. 4

   Apply: Use insights for career transitions

OpportuNext's Use Cases

• Career Transition
• Job Placement
• Student Guidance
• Policy Development
• Employer Support

FAQ from OpportuNext

• How does OpportuNext match careers?

  OpportuNext uses big data to match a person's skills with viable career paths, often including options not previously considered.

• What is the purpose of OpportuNext?

  OpportuNext helps job seekers find rewarding career paths and assists employers in identifying suitable candidates.

• Who developed OpportuNext?

  OpportuNext was developed by Signal49 Research in partnership with the Future Skills Centre.

• How are growth prospects determined in OpportuNext?

  Growth prospects are based on projected employment levels from the Model of Occupations, Skills and Technology (MOST).

• What resources does OpportuNext offer?

  OpportuNext provides articles, interviews, and reports with tips for career hunting in Canada.

• Who can benefit from using OpportuNext?

  Job seekers, employers, students, policymakers, and career development practitioners can benefit from OpportuNext.

• Is OpportuNext free to use?

  Yes, OpportuNext is a free-to-use tool.

• What data sources does OpportuNext use?

  OpportuNext uses data from the Model of Occupations, Skills and Technology (MOST) for its projections.