(CPAnet) Without a doubt, emerging technologies are changing the profession and are abuzz such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA), blockchain and Artificial Intelligence (AI) just to name a few. 

Although technical skills are vital as ever, the frontier of nontechnical skills as reported by the World Economic Forum The Future of Jobs (pdf - 167 pages) highlights the top 10 skills proving to be just as important to navigate the impending industrial revolution.  Take a look at this article for a deeper look into each skill. 

​The 10 skills you'll need by 2020 and beyond:     

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