Based in the world’s first modern industrial city, the University of Manchester often finds itself at the forefront of change. Whether it’s welcoming the suffragette Christabel Pankhurst and her becoming their first female law graduate in 1906, or hosting Alan Turing as he worked on one of the world’s first computers, Manchester has a habit
In response to the increasing awareness of environmental and social issues, business schools and graduate management programmes are reshaping their approaches – preparing future leaders to navigate in a world focused on sustainable development. According to the QS Employer Survey 2023, sustainability skills were found to be the fifth largest skills gap in Asia –
Written by Dr Helen Kelly, QS Principal Consultant for QS Insights Magazine The global higher education sector has undergone significant change in recent times. Senior leadership teams around the world find themselves grappling with the intricacies of juggling operational and strategic priorities amid the backdrop of financial constraints. A particular focus of concern is the complex relationship
The rapidly evolving global business landscape finds itself at a transformative crossroads driven by the fusion of technology and trade. This pivotal moment means businesses need agile and ethical leaders who are well-versed in the intricacies of information technology and data analytics. As we venture into uncharted territories in the digital age, business schools must
The higher education sector is uniquely placed to holistically develop students for the uncharted territories of our globalised world. Strong collaboration in academia-industry partnerships equips students with the skills they require to thrive in a career in the knowledge age. Speaking at the QS India Summit 2024 is Ian White – Vice-Chancellor and President at
To help bridge the skills gap between institutions, students, and businesses, QS acquired 1Mentor in January 2024. Using AI and data from over 170 million job listings, 1Mentor pinpoints evolving industry demands and skills gaps. How does this benefit institutions and students? For institutions 1Mentor’s data-driven insights can help them tailor academic programmes and career
Rapid technological advancements and evolving industry landscapes mean that expectations on graduates have never been higher. Employers are witnessing a paradigm shift in the skills they value. According to a report from McKinsey, 87% of companies expect to experience or already have a skills gap, meaning there is a disparity between the skills they need
North America remains a highly attractive region for international students. However, recent data from HESA, OpenDoors, Erudura and Office for Immigration suggests that the global competition for international students has slowed enrolments in the US – with nearly five percent fewer international students enrolling following the pandemic. Studies have also shown that university