Three-Year Degrees, AI, and the Future of Higher Education (Part 2)

In part two of our conversation with President Bruce Kusch of Ensign College, we explore Ensign College’s groundbreaking move to three-year bachelor’s degrees and what that means for the future of higher education.President Kusch discusses accreditation challenges, workforce alignment, vocational education, AI disruption, and why colleges must rethink how they prepare students for meaningful careers. We also discuss leadership longevity, institutional alignment, and how mission clarity enables innovation.This episode is especially relevant for higher education leaders navigating rapid technological and workforce change.Key TopicsThe development of three-year bachelor’s degreesAccreditation and innovation challengesWorkforce alignment and career readinessAI and the future of employmentVocational education and skilled tradesScaling online education globallyLeadership, timing, and institutional changeThe difference between being a student and being a learnerJoin us at www.engagedbydesign.com to learn more aboutThe Course Design Accelerator Faculty-in-the-Loop AI in Higher Education