As artificial intelligence accelerates transformation across every sector, a critical question emerges: Are graduates prepared to meet industry expectations in an AI-driven world? This session brings together a university professor shaping emerging talent and an industry professional leading teams through real-world AI integration. From industry, attendees will hear where skill gaps persist and which competencies (AI literacy, ethical reasoning, adaptability, and data fluency) are becoming non-negotiable. From academia, the session examines the challenges of teaching rapidly evolving tools while cultivating judgment and critical thinking. Together, the presenters will outline shared responsibilities and actionable pathways for preparing graduates to thrive alongside intelligent systems.
