Technology is in a constant state of evolution, shifting alongside the needs and wants of an ever-changing world. As the future fast approaches, the development of technology has reached a juncture that presents a critical challenge: adapt and survive, or be left behind.
Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is one of the many emerging fields of technology that is currently taking the world by storm. From smart assistants like Alexa and Siri to autonomous vehicles and smart devices that can power entire homes, AI is slowly but surely integrating into aspects of life that are taken for granted every single day. It is only a matter of time before they integrate into the workplace, becoming a high-powered tool that increases efficiency and productivity.
As an institution dedicated to preparing students for their future careers, the University of Baguio is nothing if not dedicated to ensuring that its students are equipped with the necessary skills to navigate the workplace with ease. Exploring the intersection of work and AI is a means to better prepare the university’s students to become the next generation of professionals. Through a seminar entitled, ‘AI Ascendancy in the Dynamic Employment Landscape: Urgency in Soft-Skills’, the university delved into the intricacies of AI in the workplace and what it means for the students who will be entering the workforce in the near future.
The seminar hosted two exceptional speakers, Mr. Christopher Peralta and Mr. Dennis Franco Layug, who both gave enlightening talks on the subject matter.
Mr. Peralta is a Business Development executive who has spent more than twenty-five years closing deals with over fifty companies all over the world. He is the founder of Silicon Valley HQ, a learning platform that offers certifications in AI, ML, Cybersecurity, and programming. He has been dedicated to assisting entrepreneurs and start-ups in growing their businesses since 2015, running more than a hundred accelerator programs in more than twenty countries all over the world. He tackled the rise of AI and its potential as a lifelong learning platform, expounding on the local and global job opportunities that learning to harness AI can afford.
Mr. Layug is the President and CEO of East West International Educational Specialists, Inc. (EWIES) and Kaizen Holdings International Inc.; he has left an indelible mark on the landscapes of education, agriculture, and technology, being honored as an Asia Modern Hero Awardee for his contributions to his fields of expertise. With Mr. Layug leading the charge, EWIES has partnered with globally recognized industry experts in multiple fields of information technology to innovate programs that offer certificated learning and micro-credentials. He delved into the importance of Micro-credentials and the integral role of Soft-Skills in the 5th Industrial Revolution.
Together, Mr. Peralta and Mr. Layug expounded on the role of AI in a quickly evolving working world. With participants from the UB High School department, the School of Business Administration and Accountancy (SBAA), and the School of Information Technology (SIT), the seminar was an enlightening look into the future of the students as working professionals.
As the world continues to change and advance into the promising future, UB continues to present opportunities for growth and development to its eager student body.
