Columbia Business School In the News

Are your tech skills enough to keep you competitive in today’s job market?Columbia Business School Dean Costis Maglaras and Professor of Business Ciamac Moallemi are featured in a Wall Street Journal article exploring the tech skills that every employee needs to thrive in today’s evolving workplace. Dean Maglaras emphasizes that technology isn’t just an enabler—it’s driving major changes in how businesses operate, and making it crucial for employees to bring core tech knowledge into their rolesProfessor Moallemi goes on to highlight the growing need for basic coding skills, like Python and SQL, that can enhance collaboration between business professionals and tech teams. Both of their contributions underscore the shifting expectations in today’s workplace—the need for employees to be proficient in advanced digital tools and adaptable to technological shifts. From data analysis to project management, understanding key software and digital tools can set you apart and boost your career.Are you equipped with the right tech skills to stay ahead in your career? What key tech knowledge do you need to stand out in today’s job market? Read the full article to learn how to sharpen your digital expertise and boost your professional value.

As companies increasingly rely on artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency and fairness in the workplace, it’s important to note the importance of maintaining a balance between technological advancements and human judgment to ensure both accuracy and ethical integrity in decision-making processes. This Fortune article discusses this evolving intersection, with a notable contribution from Columbia Business School Assistant Professor Bo Cowgill. In his research, Cowgill investigates the performance of AI in hiring software engineers and discovers that candidates selected by algorithms are significantly more likely to succeed in job interviews and accept job offers. This finding highlights the potential to make objective, unbiased decisions that can surpass human judgment.Cowgill's research provides a case for the strategic integration of AI in recruitment processes, demonstrating that when AI is properly trained and implemented, it can lead to more effective and equitable hiring outcomes.If you’re interested in the future of human resources and technology, this article offers an insightful look into how AI is being used to challenge and change traditional hiring practices. Read the full article to learn more about how AI and human intelligence can work together to reshape the workplace and make it more inclusive and efficient.