AI skills are in high demand

When OpenAI launched ChatGPT in November 2022, interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) exploded. While AI research has been around since the 1950s, investment and interest in AI really took off in the 2020s with companies and other organisations turning to AI and machine learning as a way to improve efficacy.

As with all technological advancements, this growth of interest in AI has seen an increase in need for people capable of mastering and working with this new technology. MBA graduates who can demonstrate proficiency in AI and machine learning are consequently increasingly in demand.

LBS’ Head of MBA and MiF Careers Anne Alaoui recently spoke to FIND MBA about the growing demand for AI skills and what MBA graduates can bring to the table.

“Employers have always required MBAs to be technologically literate and up to date,” says Alaoui. “We have seen waves of new technologies emerge over the past 30 years, and new roles and functions develop as a result. MBAs are sought after to fill these types of roles as they offer a blend of business acumen, emotional intelligence and proficient technological skills.”

“The key point for MBA hires will be their continued ability to make sense of lots of data, pull out the main drivers and present that concisely to clients and other stakeholders,” adds Alaoui.

Read FIND MBA’s insightful article to find out more about why graduates having a nuanced understanding of AI and its potential to drive innovation, optimise processes and enhance overall business performance is moving higher up the MBA employers’ wish list.