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Debate about career of Information Professional (IP) is increasingly discussed among professionals in various media such as journal articles, blogs, websites, seminars, and congresses. The roles and capabilities of IP are debated in line with the current trend and needs. This article discussed the relation between 21st. century as a key indicator and career requirement of IP. Within the 100-years, information profession should step forward as various changes have occurred and will occur. By analysing various sources, this article attempts to produce significant variables related to IP within 21st. century. This article tries to explore the challenges that IP must, should and will face to remain relevant and significant in the 21st. century. An important aspect emphasized in this article is technology, social, economy, education, satisfaction, and the role of IP.
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To Cite this Article: Mislan, M. H., Yatin, S. F. M., Taib, S. K. M., Ma'roof, N. A. N., Mohamad, N., Hanuzi, D. N. E. M. M., Abdul Rahman, S., Rahmad, F., & Abdul Kadir, M. R. (2020). Information Professional in 21st. Century: Evolve or Dissolve. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences. 10(11), 1113-1126.
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