Students reflect on the role of ethics in business management

2019

HESWBL

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Purpose The world of work and education is changing at a rapid pace, driven by continued technological disruption and automation. The future is uncertain and difficult to envisage. A futures thinking scenario planning approach is used in exploring and guiding education policy makers on how best to respond to the range of possible futures. The paper aims to discuss this issue. Design/methodology/approach This study utilizes elements of prior scenario planning methodologies to devise a practical model of preferred and plausible likely scenarios in the context of rapid and continuing technology disruption. Based on the notion of “impact and uncertainty,” two possible future alternatives of work and learning were developed. Incorporating elements of the possibility space scenario framework and a vignette approach of current emergent technologies, this paper assessed the usefulness of the preferred and likely outcomes. Findings While preferred future scenarios entailing collaborative styles such as human–machine cooperation, smart virtual active learning campuses and living knowledge learning environments may produce more desirable benefits for education stakeholders, the more likely plausible scenario is one based on continued disruptive technologies. Automation, artificial intelligence and the advent of 5G network technologies will drive customization and personalization in higher education delivery and revolutionize the work landscape in the immediate future. Universities will need to embrace and respond to these changes. Originality/value The paper gives insights into how universities can prepare their students for future of work and improve their employability. In addition, this author recommends ways in which HEIs can leverage these newer technologies to drive educational services and commercial value.

“…CSR) and in education (e.g. learning and evaluation) (Ahmad, 2015; 2018a, b; 2019a, b; in press-a, b; forthcoming-a, b).…”

Section: Implications and Conclusionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Scenario based approach to re-imagining future of higher education which prepares students for the future of work

2019

HESWBL

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“…This paper undertakes a different approach in advancing the model, by analysing its applicability in the context of the challenges faced by the typical 21st century postgraduate student. The future of higher education is changing where new methods are being used to engage Millennials in business, for example CSR and education, learning and evaluation (Ahmad, 2015, 2018a and b; 2019a and b; Early Cite-a and b; forthcoming-a, b and c). The author acknowledge that the modern graduate research candidate have certain advantages at their disposal.…”

Section: Advancing a Student Support Model For Postgraduate Research Trainingmentioning

confidence: 99%

Proposing student support model for postgraduate research education

2020

WJEMSD

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PurposeMany start pursuing graduate or postgraduate research based education, however few complete on time. The purpose of this paper is to conceptualize a postgraduate student support model which will facilitate students to complete their studies successfully and on time.Design/methodology/approachThe model was designed using authors viewpoint on this issue which was informed by literature and first-hand interactions with post graduate students and supervisors.FindingsAhmad's Student Support Model for Postgraduate Research Training proposes that students need support on three major dimension (Financial, Technical and Publishing) to complete degree on time. University and supervisor play critical role in this as they provide administrative and emotional support as they create learning environment for students. The model illustrates their role.Originality/valueThe model is useful for universities to ensure they provide students with all elements proposed. New supervisors can get ideas how to play their role in facilitating students to complete their degrees on time. Students can evaluate an institution before enrolling in research education if the institution has the elements proposed in the model.

Advancing a Sustainable Career Model for Political Science Students: Implications for Career Development Research and Practice

2021

JGA

This paper aims to assist lecturers, universities, and their administrators in improving the relevance of political science undergraduate degree programs in the context of globalization and the Fourth Industrial Revolution era. This paper will reflect on how to tailor the political science degree to achieve a sustainable career and improve students' employability in the future. The latest theoretical frameworks incorporating the concept of "sustainable" career development were used in advancing the model of employability in the political science field. The author relies on a qualitative approach and the literature review with implications for practice in advancing the notion that competency-based approaches with the development of specific skills are vital in ensuring relevance and sustaining career opportunities for modern political science students in the future. Educators should rethink how they deliver political science degrees, keeping in mind the emerging trends in technology, pedagogical approaches, and HR practices in the respective job markets. This paper offers insight into how to tailor an exciting political science program for the future of work.