NTTU and Cambridge host workshop on career readiness in the AI Era

NTTU – On October 13, at Campus 300A, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, in partnership with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, held the seminar “Preparing for a fast-changing future: What should university students do now?” The event drew nearly 300 students.

As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly reshapes the labor market, the seminar helped students identify the skills they need to build early so they can adapt to the changing demands of the workplace.

The speaker, Cambridge and NTTU representatives, and participating students pose for a group photo at the seminar.

At the seminar, Ms. Uyen Pham, Assessment Services Lead for Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific at Cambridge, shared insights into employment trends through 2030. She also outlined five ways for students to prepare: use AI responsibly and with understanding, build employability skills, develop a portfolio of evidence, cultivate an international mindset, and invest in a professional reputation. According to Ms. Pham, alongside technical skills, critical thinking, communication, adaptability, and a commitment to lifelong learning will help students stay valuable in a constantly shifting job market.

A highlight of the seminar was how Ms. Pham connected with the audience. Rather than presenting one way, she engaged students enthusiastically through activities, quizzes and a Q&A session. Many students joined her on stage to discuss the role of AI in learning and work.

Students join on stage for an interactive activity.

Ms. Uyen Pham engages with students during the interactive session.

During the Q&A, the hall was lively as students eagerly asked questions and shared their perspectives on studying and working in the age of AI.

Students ask the speaker a question during the Q&A session.

The seminar gave students an opportunity to update their knowledge and become familiar with the rapid changes of the AI era. It is part of NTTU’s commitment to equipping students with skills, a global mindset and a spirit of lifelong learning.

NTTU representatives, Ms. Uyen Pham and Cambridge representatives

From Department of Global Engagement