From Taiwan★Dreaming of becoming a barista, ranked 2nd among desired qualifications

A survey by Taiwan's job placement service "104 Human Resources Bank" found that Taiwanese office workers show high interest in qualifications related to hobbies and entrepreneurship. "Barista," signifying expertise in coffee, ranked second only to Project Management Professional (PMP).

The survey targeted office workers with over three years of service, receiving 2,068 valid responses. When asked about their "most interesting qualification" (multiple answers allowed), PMP (24%) ranked first, followed by barista (22%). Other notable entries included aromatherapist at sixth place and horticultural therapist at ninth.

Commenting on the results, a company representative noted, "More people are conscious of balancing life and work. There's also a growing trend of people acquiring specialized knowledge or considering entrepreneurship."

The survey also found that approximately 70% of respondents hold at least one qualification. The average number of qualifications per person is three, with many holding certifications in languages, computers/IT, insurance, and real estate. The primary purpose for obtaining these qualifications is "for employment." The average amount respondents are willing to pay annually for qualification acquisition is NT$12,575 (approximately ¥46,900).