Learning and development manager skills: Education and business integration

Introduction. Despite the constantly increasing demand for employee training, there is a lack of research dedicated to a comprehensive analysis of employer requirements for the skills of Learning and Development (L&D) specialists in Russian companies. This gap includes a consideration of industry specifics, regional differences, and the functional features of various business areas. The aim of this research is to investigate employer demand for the skills of specialists organizing employee training and development in Russian companies.