Oversight - Aligning Higher Education with Workforce Demand.

This is a briefing paper for an oversight hearing by the New York City Council's Committee on Higher Education and Committee on Workforce Development. The hearing will focus on how The City University of New York (CUNY) and the NYC Office of Talent and Workforce Development (NYC Talent) are aligning higher education programs with the demands of the current and future workforce. Key initiatives discussed include the Center for Youth Employment (CYE) and the Green Economy Action Plan, which aim to improve career exploration, training, and job placement for young New Yorkers. The briefing also highlights a recent report suggesting increased investment in workforce development, including CUNY's career success programs and support for students, to address unemployment and underemployment in the city, particularly in light of AI's impact on the job market.

This hearing aims to improve how CUNY prepares students for jobs, potentially leading to better career opportunities and higher earning potential for graduates. It also signals a focus on adapting education to future job market needs, including those driven by technology.

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