Skills That Matter More Than Degrees
In today’s fast-evolving workplace, what you can do matters more than what you studied. This session at ASHWAMEDHA 2.0 – The Global Leadership Conclave, RCM Bhubaneswar explores how real-world skills, practical experience, and a learning mindset are redefining career success in Industry 5.0.
Theme Overview
The world of work is evolving rapidly as AI, automation, and digital transformation redefine job roles. Degrees alone no longer guarantee success; employers value practical skills, problem-solving, and real-world competence. This session explores how professionals can stay relevant through transferable skills, continuous learning, and hands-on experiences like projects and internships. It highlights the importance of a growth mindset—the ability to learn, unlearn, and relearn. At ASHWAMEDHA 2.0, RCM Bhubaneswar convenes leaders and educators to discuss building employable, adaptable, and future-ready careers in an AI-driven economy.
Why this session important?
It empowers participants to build skill-based, adaptable careers aligned with evolving Industry 5.0 workforce demands.
Beyond Degree Employability
Redefines career success by focusing on demonstrable skills, performance, and practical competence over academic credentials alone.
High-Demand Skills Identification
Helps participants recognize and strengthen critical, in-demand skills valued by modern employers.
Lifelong Learning Adaptability
Encourages continuous upskilling, resilience, and flexibility in rapidly changing professional environments.
Industry 5.0 Career Alignment
Aligns career development strategies with emerging technologies, innovation, and real industry expectations.
Meet the Panel Speakers
Key Topics We’ll Explore
This theme includes building skill-based employability through practical experience, continuous learning, adaptability, and alignment with evolving Industry 5.0 workforce needs.
Shift to Skill-Based Hiring
Understand how employers prioritize demonstrable skills, competence, and results over traditional degrees and certificates.
Core Employer-Valued Skills
Identify critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving as essential workplace capabilities.
Practical Experience Integration
Build real-world exposure through projects, internships, and applied learning alongside academics.
Growth Mindset Development
Cultivate continuous improvement, curiosity, and resilience in evolving job markets.
Adaptability and Innovation Skills
Strengthen flexibility and creativity to thrive amid technological and organizational change.
Competence-Driven Career Path
Learn to showcase skills effectively and design careers based on capability, not credentials.
Who Should Attend?
This session is ideal for:
Students and recent graduates
Early-career professionals
Career counselors and educators
HR professionals and talent acquisition leaders
Anyone looking to future-proof their career
Why This Session at RCM
Regional College of Management (RCM), Bhubaneswar is committed to developing skill-driven, industry-ready professionals who can thrive beyond traditional academic boundaries.
RCM Advantage – Four Pillars of Skill-Based Learning
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Programs designed to develop real-world, job-relevant competencies.Experiential Pedagogy
Live projects, simulations, internships, and case-based learning.Strong Corporate Connect
Regular engagement with industry leaders through conclaves like ASHWAMEDHA.Holistic Development
Focus on communication, leadership, ethics, and creative thinking alongside academics.
