Filipino workers want to upskill in AI, but poor internet access and lack of time are hurdles
Philstar.com
September 29, 2023 | 4:09pm
MANILA, Philippines — Knowing how to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a must-have digital skill for workers in the Philippines, a new study shows, but the country’s poor internet infrastructure is also the top hurdle for those who want to self-study.
A 2023 study conducted by The Economist Impact and supported by Google shows that 42% of Filipino employees want to acquire new digital skills related to AI and Machine Learning (ML), among others — a rate higher than their Asia-Pacific neighbors (33%).
However, despite the demand for opportunities to upskill, around 41% of Filipinos said that poor internet access is a major hindrance to enrolling in online courses while nearly 40% said they don’t have the time required to invest in learning new skills.
Course fees were cited as a barrier by 30% of respondents, while another 30% noted the absence of training o
