Eine netzwerkbasierte Analyse der Verteilung von Berufskompetenzen – am Beispiel der Steiermark

The paper at hand analyses the distribution of workplace skills (or competencies) in Styria. This approach highlights potential risks and chances a region faces since conclusions about possible inequalities, deficits and development potentials can be drawn on the basis of the occupational skill landscape. We use network-based methods to identify competencies that are increasingly in demand, competencies that act as links between occupations, and clusters of competencies. The results of the analysis point to a prevalence of cognitive competencies. On the one hand, this tendency could indicate the region’s development potential; on the other hand, it could point to possible wage inequalities. While the article demonstrates the potential of the analytical methods used, it also highlights the need for refining the method and a better data basis.