How can industry leaders collaborate with academia to align education with market needs?
JA From an HR perspective, it is crucial to engage industry and academia in a collaborative way, where both sides will benefit, and educational institutions will produce talent that is well-prepared for the job market.
Initially, industry leaders could form alliances with universities and colleges in order to co-create curricula that depict the most recent industry trends. By providing information about new technologies, business models, and skill shortages, companies would be able to develop educational programs that are closely connected to the current and future market needs. Such cooperation might also encompass the devising of special certification programs, internships, and apprenticeships, which would give students access to practical, hands-on experience.
On top of that, the involvement of industry professionals as guest speakers, mentors, and through...
