Brandon Busteed

Brandon Busteed, CEO of Edconic and a leader in work-integrated learning, discusses vital gaps between higher education and the workforce. He highlights why many graduates are deemed unprepared by employers and the shortcomings of traditional internships. Busteed advocates for integrating liberal arts with practical skills and suggests innovative solutions like micro-internships. He also emphasizes the role of AI in bridging academic knowledge with job skills, while showcasing successful models like student-run businesses to enhance career exposure.