Employer Engagement Mechanisms

Leveling-up Employability Skills: Lessons from Leading Jurisdictions in Using Program Advisory Committees (PACs)

Discover how higher education institutions can strengthen employer engagement to boost student success. In this session, Dr. Peter Constantinou, IFC Expert on Employer Engagement, shares proven strategies and real-world examples from leading jurisdictions on how Program Advisory Committees (PACs) can shape program and curriculum design to better align with labor market needs.

Drawing on years of expertise, Dr. Constantinou will explore best practices for building strong partnerships between academia and industry, ensuring graduates are equipped with the skills employers value most.

About the Panelists:

• Dr. Peter P. Constantinou, Associate Professor, School of Public Policy and Administration, York University
• Abigail Welbeck, Director of Career Services, Ashesi University

This event was hosted by by Ashesi University‘s Education Collaborative.