Talent Management Challenges: How Can We Bridge the Gap Between Education and Industry Needs?

Today, the dichotomy between the essential skill set required by the industry and the output of the university system requires our attention. I am primarily referring to talent management. There is a mismatch between the above two. Employability is a great concern for many.

Talking about talent acquisition and management, many times I wonder what could be the right matrix to create a competitive edge? What could the talent management process be like? Your suggestions are solicited.

Hello epanda,

Today, the dichotomy between the essential skill set required by the industry and the output of the University system requires our attention. I am primarily referring to Talent Management. There is a mismatch between the above two.

The funny thing about talent is that schools don't increase talent. Yes, schools can increase students' knowledge and skills but not talent.

I've got to leave the office so I don't have the time right now to offer more help.

Bob Gately
gately@csi.com