An inquiry into AI university curriculum and market demand: Facts, fits, and future trends

Abstract

This study aims at exploring the fit/misfit between artificial intelligence (AI) curriculum objectives and AI-relevant job qualifications. In our preliminary analysis, we applied the data collected from a major employment website and multiple university programs to extricate dimensions and properties for academic curriculum design and job qualifications, respectively. After investigating AI career market demand and supply, we recommend aligning AI curriculum with current and future market demands. Envisioning our future research, further theoretical development with supportive evidence should be leveraged to interpret the fit/misfit between AI curriculum design and market needs.