Bernard Marr's Future of Business & Technology Podcast The Most In-Demand Skills In the AI Era
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Jan 23, 2025 Join Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO of Coursera, as he dives into the skills essential for thriving in the AI-driven future. He reveals a staggering 866% increase in generative AI upskilling while addressing the slow corporate adoption of training. The conversation shifts to the transformative nature of AI education, highlighting the rise of prompt engineering and user-centric courses. Maggioncalda emphasizes the need for a blend of technical and soft skills, urging organizations to evolve and harness AI as a strategic partner for success.
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AI's Impact on the Workforce
- Generative AI is rapidly changing the global workforce, impacting learning patterns and organizational structures.
- Companies are shifting towards skills-based organizations, prioritizing skills over traditional roles.
Slow Organizational Adoption of GenAI
- Generative AI upskilling has seen an 866% spike, but organizational adoption remains slow.
- Individuals, especially students and employees, are adopting generative AI tools faster than institutions.
Evolution of AI Courses on Coursera
- Coursera offered AI courses since 2012, initially focusing on AI builders.
- The rise of generative AI created a larger user base needing training on using, not building, models.