According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the occupation offering the greatest projected growth rate from 2019 to 2029 is Forestry, so if you’re looking to get back to nature, this may be the time. IT Support and Services, which they label ‘Computer Systems Design and Related Services’ comes in 7th, below Personal Services, Mining Support and several health care related fields.
LinkedIn researchers analyzed and compared data reflecting job listings seeking expertise in various fields, and found that several of the top areas experiencing the best growth potential for new applicants are Data Science - which as a broad term encompasses a diverse palette of specializations, from data analysis to IT Support, with an emphasis on cloud-based operations, Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Design. The entire gamut of specializations representing the overall Technology Industry continues to grow at an impressively expanding rate.