It's no secret that technology is changing, and along with it, technology's evolution is resulting in some industries dissolving, while other industries are thriving.
After doing some research on a range of publications, we've put together a list of 26 industries that are thought to be on the verge of blowing up.
But first, let's discuss how booming industries often need professionals with the skills often learned in higher education.
There are many reasons people choose to pursue an advanced degree.
But for many, the knowledge that various industries in the coming years will need more and more individuals — individuals with thought leadership and critical thinking skills — is enough to jumpstart their decision to pursue an advanced degree.
Opting for the graduate school path, to increase your economic success, to develop your knowledge, skills and abilities, and to be competitive in a global market, may be one of the wisest investments you can make.
Especially since there are up-and-coming, less-than-conventional industries expected to boom in the next few years that will, without a doubt, need educated leaders who have honed their professional skills through advanced learning.
According to a variety of sources like Inc.com, Go Banking Rates, The Global Now, and Career FAQs, here are 26 industries that are expected to rapidly grow starting in 2018 — industries that will need leaders with advanced skills and knowledge.
1. Virtual Reality
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2. Family Volunteer Vacations
3. Medical Marijuana
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4. Green Energy
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5. Drones or Security Technology
6. Mobility Technology
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7. Biotechnology
8. Content Marketing
(Check out our recent blog article: A Look at WVU's Integrated Marketing Communications Master's Degree.)9. Construction or Specialty Trade Contractors
10. Financial Institutions
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11. Cryptocurrencies
12. Elder Care Companies
13. Cybersecurity
14. Technology Stocks
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15. The Internet of Things (loT)
16. 3D Printing
17. The Sharing Economy
18. Wearables in Health Care
(You can read about some of WVU's health care graduate programs in this blog post: 5 Growing Industries in Health Care that Need Leaders with Graduate Degrees.)
19. Connected Schooling
20. Digitized Hospitality
21. Artificial Intelligence
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23. Genomics
24. Robotics
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25. Driverless Cars
26. Connected Home
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