Soft Skills Management Market Report 2026

The soft skills management market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $36.12 billion in 2025 to $42.04 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing emphasis on workforce development, growth of corporate training initiatives, rising demand for leadership skills, expansion of professional development programs, adoption of blended learning models.

The soft skills management market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $76.33 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing integration of AI in talent management, rising demand for reskilling and upskilling programs, expansion of remote workforce training, growing focus on adaptability and resilience, increasing investment in employee engagement solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of ai-based skill assessment tools, rising demand for remote soft skills training programs, growing use of gamified learning platforms, expansion of virtual coaching and mentorship solutions, enhanced focus on emotional intelligence development.

The increasing emphasis on remote workforce management is expected to propel the growth of the soft skills management market going forward. Remote workforce management refers to the strategies, processes, and tools used to supervise, coordinate, and support employees working outside a centralized office environment, such as from home or co-working spaces. The growing adoption of remote and hybrid work models is driven by the demand for flexible work arrangements, access to global talent pools, and cost efficiencies for organizations. In this context, soft skills management plays a critical role by helping remote teams communicate effectively, collaborate across digital platforms, adapt to change, and maintain engagement and productivity despite physical distance. For instance, in January 2024, according to the World Economic Forum, a Switzerland-based non-profit organization, the number of global digital jobs that can be performed remotely from anywhere is projected to increase by around 25% by 2030, reaching approximately 92 million. Therefore, the increasing emphasis on remote workforce management is driving the growth of the soft skills management market.

Leading companies in the soft skills management market are focusing on innovative initiatives to boost employee engagement, accelerate skill development, and deliver measurable improvements in workplace performance. Initiatives such as Elevate Edge offer flexible learning options, including online modules, in-person workshops, and blended learning formats, making them accessible to a broad range of professionals. For instance, in August 2023, edForce, an India-based workforce accelerator, launched ElevateEdge to bridge the gap between the demand and availability of soft skills in the Indian IT industry. This initiative provides a comprehensive approach to soft skill development, enabling individuals and organizations to navigate the evolving corporate landscape effectively.

In May 2025, MindTools Ltd., a US-based learning and development technology company, acquired Kineo Group Limited for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, MindTools aimed to accelerate global expansion and strengthen its end-to-end workplace learning offerings by integrating complementary capabilities in learning content, platforms, and managed services. Kineo Group Limited is a UK-based workplace learning solutions provider specializing in customized learning strategies, e-learning content, learning technologies, and performance-focused development solutions for organizations worldwide.

Major companies operating in the soft skills management market report are Dale Carnegie & Associates Inc., Skillsoft Corporation, Udemy Inc., Coursera Inc., Franklin Covey Co., The Ken Blanchard Companies, Toastmasters International Inc., BizLibrary, edX LLC, City & Guilds Group, Cegos Ltd., Pearson India Education Services Private Limited, and Gnowbe, New Horizons Worldwide Inc., Pluralsight LLC, HubSpot Inc., MPS Interactive Systems Limited, LearnUpon Limited, and iSpring Solutions Inc.

North America was the largest region in the soft skills management market in 2025. The regions covered in the soft skills management market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the soft skills management market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The soft skills management market includes revenues earned by entities through training programs, leadership management, time management, and ethics management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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