CONSIDERATIONS ON THE SOCIAL PROFILE OF GENERATION Z AND ITS ADAPTATION TO A MILITARY CAREER IN THE ROMANIAN ARMED FORCES
CONSIDERATIONS ON THE SOCIAL PROFILE OF GENERATION Z AND ITS ADAPTATION TO A MILITARY CAREER IN THE ROMANIAN ARMED FORCES
Author(s): Cristian BOGANTOIU
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Economy
Published by: Carol I National Defence University Publishing House
Keywords: Generation Z; Military career; Romanian Armed Forces; Integration; Technology; Adaptation.
Summary/Abstract: Generation Z, the first demographic cohort born in the 21st century, brings with it unique attitudes, approaches and characteristics to military careers in the Romanian Armed Forces. This article examines how this generation is adapting to the demands of the military institution and contributing to its development, as well as the specific challenges and opportunities it faces. Generation Z is characterised by familiarity and intense use of advanced technology and the integration of emerging technology into the specific activities and missions of the military is essential to attract, motivate and retain these young military personnel in the military system, while maintaining flexibility, diversity and transparency within the military institution. At the same time, tailoring professional assessment to objectives and criteria is a key issue for the effective assessment and development of the potential of Generation Z military leaders. As technology plays an important role in the evolution of the military organization but cannot completely replace human skills and authentic leadership, Generation Z is required to develop strategic skills, the ability to communicate clearly, make pragmatic decisions and manage stressful situations
Book: PROCEEDINGS OF THE INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE STRATEGIES XXI. VOLUME XIX
- Page Range: 90-101
- Page Count: 12
- Publication Year: 2023
- Language: English
- Content File-PDF