Shaping the Next Generation of Innovators Getting Future-Ready:
On Saturday, November 9th, 2024, Concordian International School welcomed Dr. Andrew King, Associate Dean at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University’s Entrepreneur College (Taicang), for a captivating Future Career Talk. The event, exclusively for Grades 8-12 students and parents, explored the theme “Getting Future-Ready: Why the World Needs Next-Gen Entrepreneurs and Intrapreneurs.” Dr. King shared valuable insights into why entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial skills are essential for thriving in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world.
Drawing from his experience leading initiatives like Syntex Studio and the UK’s Institute of Coding, Dr. King showcased innovative ways to combine academic rigor with real-world applications. His talk inspired students to embrace adaptability, creativity, collaboration, and resilience to overcome challenges like the “graduate paradox” and seize opportunities in fast-evolving industries.
The event concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where attendees discussed practical ways to incorporate entrepreneurial thinking into their lives. Concordian is proud to lead the way in fostering a culture of innovation and resilience, preparing our students to excel in an ever-changing global landscape.
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