Integrating Digital and Soft Skills in the Business Schools Curriculum: A Survey (80868)
Session Chair: Constantinos Stefanou
Sunday, 14 July 2024 16:05
Session: Session 5
Room: B08 (Basement)
Presentation Type:Oral Presentation
New developments in business strategies such as the adoption of integrated ERP/CRM systems and the increasing migration to cloud and mobile computing, and new technological advancements such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other Industry 4.0 technologies and related emerging technologies, have shaped a new and demanding business environment. There is a growing belief among researchers that the curricula of business schools should be modified in light of the above developments. Prior research has indicated that importance of incorporating digital skills in business schools curricula. However, we claim that there is a lack of soft skills training and education. Soft skills, including problem-solving abilities and leadership, adaptability, critical thinking, and interpretation are important in the decision making process and despite the availability of modern AI tools, human related judgment is still needed in the decision making process. The aim of the paper is to identify and categorize the digital and soft skills needed in today’s environment, according to the literature. Also, through an empirical research conducted with the use of purposive sampling method in a sample of 100 professionals-managers, the paper attempts to professionals’ perceptions about the actual skills needed in the workplace. The outcomes of the research can provide the basis of a discussion among business schools, about the need for integrating digital and soft skills into their curricula.
Authors:
Amalia Stafyla, International Hellenic University, Greece
Ioannis Nanos, International Hellenic University, Greece
About the Presenter(s)
Professor Amalia Stafyla is a University Assistant Professor/Lecturer at IHU in Greece
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