employability & recruitment
Why resume scoring tools are failing students — and no one’s talking about it
Every year, universities spend thousands on tools that promise to prepare students for the job market. Among the most common are resume-scoring platforms. These AI-powered systems offer students a score based on how well their CVs align with so-called “best practices” — start each bullet with an action verb, use quantifiable results, avoid first-person pronouns,…
Read More How business schools are bridging the skills gap through Apprenticeship Levy
Picture the scene: You’ve been in your current role for a number of years, and you crave the opportunity to update your existing skillset to better meet the modern demands of your work. Taking a break to retrain isn’t a viable option – whether due to programme duration, admissions and eligibility requirements, or the costs…
Read More Faculty retention and addressing attrition in higher educational institutions: The way forward
In the post-pandemic world, it was evident from the research that teacher attrition was a major problem, which inherently led to disruption in teaching continuity and planning, decreased student learning and increased costs related to recruiting and hiring teachers (Ingersoll, 2003; Kirby & Grissmer, 1997). It is seen that a high degree of faculty turnover…
Read More Bridging the skills gap: Transforming B-Schools into corporate simulations for enhanced employability
Corporate simulation is a cutting-edge training methodology that immerses participants in realistic, interactive business scenarios, replicating the complexities and challenges of real-world corporate environments. By leveraging advanced technology, simulation-based training enables executives, managers, and teams to develop critical skills, test strategies, and make decisions in a risk-free setting, receiving instant feedback and assessment. This experiential…
Read More The future of career services: Navigating the challenges of AI-driven job applications
The rise of artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming many aspects of the professional world, and the job application process is no exception. As AI job agents are just around the corner and will become more advanced, they will soon be capable of autonomously applying to jobs at a massive scale. “Take my CV and apply…
Read More What are the options for funding your business education?
Investing in business education can equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to establish a lucrative career in business or perhaps set up a successful business of your own. The trouble is that college and university fees can be incredibly expensive, so it’s important to consider how you’ll fund your business education to avoid…
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