The Indicator from Planet Money · October 1, 2026 · 8m

New college degrees designed to job-proof graduates

Colleges are launching new degree programs in fields like influencing, artificial intelligence, and health sciences to attract students seeking career-ready skills. These programs are part of a broader effort to rethink college curricula for a rapidly changing job market. The episode explores how institutions are adapting to demand for job-proof degrees that align with emerging industries.

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Colleges Launch Degrees in Influencing, AI, and Health Sciences

Colleges have recently introduced degree programs in fields like influencing, artificial intelligence, and health sciences to attract career-changing students.

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Rethinking Degree Programs for a Changing Job Market

Colleges are redesigning degree programs to align with the evolving job market, focusing on fields like AI and health sciences.

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