What: Michigan Tech Academic Minor Fair
When: Tuesday, October 6, 3:30 pm – 5 pm
Where: East Reading Room – Van Pelt Library on Campus
The workplace is changing at an unprecedented pace. In a recent LinkedIn survey, employers were asked what were the Top 10 Skills Needed by Every Professional by 2027 to stay ahead of the pack. The skills that will shape careers and organizations in 2027 include:
AI Literacy Will Become a Core Workplace Skill
Continuous Learning Will Replace One-Time Education
Critical Thinking Will Become More Valuable Than Information
Communication Will Remain a Competitive Advantage
Data Literacy Will Be Essential Across Every Function
Adaptability Will Define Career Growth
Digital Collaboration Will Power Global Teams
Cybersecurity Awareness Will Be Everyone’s Responsibility
Emotional Intelligence Will Differentiate Great Leaders
Skills-Based Hiring Will Become the New Standard
The LinkedIn survey noted “The Future of Work isn’t about replacing people with technology. It’s about empowering people with the skills to work alongside technology. The professionals who succeed in 2027 will be those who embrace lifelong learning, adapt to change, think critically, communicate effectively, and use AI as a productivity partner rather than a replacement.”
In today’s competitive job market, employers are looking for flexible candidates who can bring diverse skills and knowledge to their role on the corporate/project teams. Completing an academic minor in addition to your major adds skills noted as employer desired above. A completed minor can end up enriching a student’s professional career and personal life. Minors can give you a unique edge in your career/job search, by illustrating your unique combination of abilities that set you apart from other professionals in your field.
The Michigan Tech Minor Fair is an opportunity for students to explore curriculum that can help them identify their own personal interests, give you an “edge up” in your job search, while adding skills that will prepare you for a career that has yet to be created. We hope to see you on Tuesday, October 6 at 3:30 pm in the Van Pelt Library East Reading Room to help you explore your minor opportunities.
See the list of Minors that will be shared with you by their academic units on the Essential Education Blog. For academic units still wanting to participate in the MInor Fair, contact Steve Patchin at shpatchi@mtu.edu.
