Higher education is facing a rapidly transforming world of work, and the question arises: how can colleges and universities evolve to better prepare graduates for these changes? In a recent episode, host Mike Palmer sat down with Brandon Busteed, the newly appointed CEO of BrandEd, to discuss the future of higher education in bridging the gap between education and career readiness.
They delved into the challenges that higher education currently faces, such as rising costs, student debt, doubts about graduate preparedness, and political polarization. Brandon shed light on BrandEd’s innovative model, which focuses on providing more relevant and experiential education through partnerships with iconic brands like Sotheby’s, New York Times, and Condé Nast. This approach aims to offer transformative learning experiences centered around work-integrated opportunities.
Looking ahead at the future of work disruption, Brandon emphasized the importance of continuous learning and upskilling. He highlighted the need for long-term “cathedral building” in education, focusing on fundamentals despite the rapid pace of change and the blurring lines between learning and work environments.
This insightful conversation explores how higher education can adapt to better connect students with the evolving needs of the workplace and support lifelong skill development.
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