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Aalborg has a young population
Aalborg is a city in Denmark and to many considered a perfect location for businesses seeking a young and highly educated, motivated, and skilled workforce. Aalborg has a track record of retaining young talent.
Table of contents:
- Aalborg is a young and vibrant city
- Aalborg is best in Denmark at retaining its young citizens
- Denmark is producing top talent
- The City of Opportunities: Student-Friendly Jobs in Aalborg
Aalborg is a young and vibrant city
Aalborg is best in Denmark at retaining its young citizens
A recent mapping from ‘The National Association of Municipalities' shows that fewer and fewer 35-year-olds in Denmark live in the same municipality where they grew up. But while the vast majority of municipalities experience this decline, the trend is completely different in Aalborg.
In Aalborg, there is an increase compared to the previous generation - making Aalborg Municipality the place in Denmark where most people stay or move back to.
48%
increase in the age group 20-24 since 1990
Denmark is producing top talent
According to IMD World Talent Ranking, Denmark ranks 7th in the world, when it comes to retaining, attracting and developing talent. Making it a top contender for any business location decision-maker. This ranking is a testament to the country’s ability to attract and retain top talent, a crucial factor for business success.
IMD’s World Talent Ranking is based on three measures of talent:
- The Investment & Development factor measures the resources earmarked to cultivate a homegrown workforce.
- The Appeal factor evaluates the extent to which an economy attracts foreign and retains local talent.
- And the Readiness factor measures the quality of the skills and competencies that are available in a country’s talent pool.
In another index, the GTCI (Global Talent Competitiveness Index) Denmarks ranks 3rd among the World’s Most Talent Competitive Countries.
The City of Opportunities: Student-Friendly Jobs in Aalborg
Aalborg offers the #2 most student-friendly jobs in Europe, according to Preply. The city offers ample chances for young talent to start their careers, contributing to the growth of their employers' businesses.
Businesses in Aalborg can take advantage of this talent pool, benefiting from their fresh ideas, skills, and expertise.