Date
15 January 2025
Time
10:00:00 - 13:00:00
Stage
Physics Auditorium
Venue
Cochin University of Science & Technology
In this session, experts will explore how higher education can better prepare students for the rapidly evolving job market. Topics will include skills development in areas such as critical thinking, adaptability, and digital literacy, alongside a growing emphasis on soft skills and cross-cultural competence. The session will address innovative approaches to learning, including integration of micro-credentials, stackable certificates, and digital badges. Emerging trends such as experiential learning, entrepreneurship programmes, interdisciplinary projects, and real-world problem-solving will also be discussed. Additionally, the role of AI in career guidance and predictive analytics for job readiness will be highlighted. Attendees will gain insights into curriculum adjustments that promote employability, equipping graduates to thrive in a dynamic and technology-driven workforce.
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Professor K Ravi Raman Member, Kerala State Planning Board Moderator |
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Professor K. K. SAJU Vice-Chancellor, Kannur University Panelist |
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Professor Seeram Ramakrishna Professor of materials engineering at the National University of Singapore Mechanical Engineering Department Panelist |
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Dr. Stéphan Vincent-Lancrin Senior Analyst and Head of Division at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (Directorate for Education and Skills) Panelist |
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Dr. Rajesh Pankaj Director and Head of Higher Education, School Education ( FICCI ARISE), Skill Development and Edtech sectors at FICCI Panelist |
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Mr. Ritin Malhotra Regional Director (Asia) at Times Higher Education, London Panelist |
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Mr. Ravin Nair Managing Director of QS I-GAUGE, India Panelist |
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Dr. Arunkumar V A. Director, IHRD Panelist |
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Dr. M. Abdul Rahiman Director, LBS Centre for Science & Technology Panelist |