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  1. Oct 16

    Rector's Agenda

    In this episode, Prof. Dr. Levent Akdeniz, Acting Rector of TED University, discusses the future of higher education, the shifting global landscape, and innovative strategies to differentiate and strengthen the university in a competitive environment.Global changes in higher education and TurkeyStudents choosing universities over universities choosing studentsThe decline in demand for traditional higher educationTED University's strategic plans, including new faculties and microcreditsThe importance of entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems in educationInternational collaborations with top entrepreneurial universitiesRanking and employment outcomes as success metrics"Students will be selecting universities, not the other way around""We have to make a difference to stand out""Students want to run their own businesses"00:00-01:10 Introduction and guest introduction01:10-02:26 Global and local changes in higher education02:26-03:42 Decreasing demand for traditional university education03:42-06:01 Future student university selection trends06:01-07:22 TED University's strategic response to global shifts07:22-10:03 Creating differentiated faculties and programs10:03-12:52 Fostering entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem12:52-15:01 Engaging alumni and external support15:01-17:45 Microcredits and skill development for students17:45-19:22 Internships, co-op programs, and employment focus19:22-21:30 Global university collaborations and future plans21:30-23:15 Closing remarks and future outlook

    Rector's Agenda
  2. Oct 2

    From HR to People & Culture

    In this episode, Burcu Kaptan, the Chief People and Culture Officer at TED University, discusses the shift from traditional HR to people and culture, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with organizational goals and preparing students for a rapidly changing job market.We talked:The shift from HR to People and CultureAligning personal and organizational valuesSimplifying organizational goalsPreparing students for a changing job marketThe role of AI and social media in careersOrganizations are moving from HR to People and Culture to focus on potential and culture.Values are evolving; organizations seek shared belief systems rather than strict value alignment.Simplification of goals helps in better organizational coherence and motivation.Students should act, connect, and build their toolbox for career success.The future of work is unpredictable; connecting dots and continuous learning are key."We are in a different era now, dealing with AI revolution.""Your elevator pitch should be ready in 30 seconds.""Failing is how we learn, don't be afraid of it."00:00 Introduction to the episode and guest01:28 Global reach and audience of the program02:05 Concerns of students about career and HR02:28 Why the shift from HR to People and Culture03:27 The changing role of organizations in valuing people04:15 Integrating personal values into organizational culture06:02 Connecting individual potential with organizational goals07:02 Streamlining organizational goals for coherence08:02 The impact of AI and short attention spans09:26 Simplifying processes and goals in organizations10:37 Supporting students through People and Culture12:47 Advice for students on career thinking13:49 Act, Connect, Toolbox: A strategy for career development16:40 The evolving nature of careers and jobs17:23 The importance of involvement and culture18:43 What attracts a hiring manager to a candidate19:57 Tailoring CVs for different roles23:49 The role of social media in professional branding25:05 Final advice: Embrace failure and act nowProducer: Arda Akgül (arda-akgul.com)

    From HR to People & Culture

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