MIT SMR Connections - Capability Academies for a Future-Ready, AI-Enabled Workforce

MIT SMR Connections

February 6th 2025 | JW Marriott Hotel Marina, UAE

 

Capability Academies for a Future-Ready, AI-Enabled Workforce

 

MIT SMR Connections

At MIT SMR Connections, we explore the latest trends in leadership, managing technology, and digital transformation.

ABOUT THIS EDITION

As generative AI (GenAI) transforms the landscape of work and learning, organizations in the MENA region are at a critical crossroads. Capability academies—designed to develop leadership and workforce skills at scale—are emerging as a cornerstone for organizations looking to thrive in the AI-powered future.

This edition of MIT SMR Connections in partnership with Great Learning will bring together senior leaders and strategic thinkers to explore how capability academies can accelerate transformation. With a focus on the integration of AI in learning frameworks, the development of organization-specific competencies, and the pursuit of national economic visions, the discussion will provide actionable insights for leaders navigating this pivotal moment.

Briefing Points: 

  • Building Organization-Specific Competencies for the AI Economy: Reimagining core competencies to ensure organizations are future-ready and adaptable to the fast-evolving GenAI landscape.
  • National Workforce Transformation through Capability Academies: Empowering nations to achieve their digital transformation goals by building AI-powered capability academies that address national skill gaps.
  • Tailored Learning at Scale with AI: Harnessing AI to deliver customized, scalable learning experiences that empower employees and foster continuous workforce development.
  • Scaling Leadership Excellence with Global University Partners: Leveraging partnerships with leading universities to cultivate leadership potential across organizations and regions.

Agenda

05:30 PM
Welcome & Networking
06:25 PM
Opening Remarks by MIT SMR Middle East & Great Learning
06:30 PM
Capability Academies in the AI Era: Transforming Leadership and Workforce Development

An engaging discussion exploring how capability academies are enabling organizations to adapt to the generative AI landscape. Participants will share strategies for building AI-integrated learning systems, fostering leadership, and driving organizational agility.

07:20 PM
Outlook of the Leaders and Session Highlights
07:30 PM
Closing Remarks and Networking Dinner

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Venue

JW Marriott Hotel Marina

Dubai, UAE