“Exploration of applied competencies” the workshop and focus group

From 16 to 28 February 2026 all partners will organize the workshop and focus group “Exploration of applied competencies” in the frame of the Need Analysis to develop a list of targeted trainings offered by European partner universities to bridge identified knowledge and skills gaps.
1. Workshops for academy and students
The workshop provides a structured environment to deepen and verify the findings from questionnaires. It relies on scenario-based practical activities that reflect real tasks within each academic discipline, allowing the project team to observe how participants engage with digital and AI-related challenges relevant to their programs.
Focus of the event — Direct observation of skills to validate self-reported confidence.
Duration: 120 minutes

2. Focus group of stakeholders
Purpose: Identify genuine skill gaps while accounting for the tendency of stakeholders to express hype-driven expectations.
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Participants: hiring managers or supervisors who directly work with entry-level employees:
● Large organizations (250+ employees): 2 representatives
● SMEs (10-249 employees): 3 representatives
● Startups (<10 employees): 2 representatives
● Public sector: 1 representative

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