Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries

Du Juan is head of a food safety audit organization in China and knows firsthand what today’s organizations need from tomorrow’s talent.

“In my current role, I’m deeply exploring all possible ways to integrate AI into every stage of our food safety management services”, she explains.

With a background in food engineering and food safety management, Du Juan leads inspection and assurance services across agricultural and seafood trade. In recent years, she has also focused on integrating AI throughout her organization’s operations, from identifying required testing items to ensuring compliance with international standards.

What industry wants from tomorrow’s talent

The goal is for this AI integration project to be a game changer for both the service model and the business model of the entire industry.

This shift is redefining the kind of skills organizations are looking for. And it is exactly these needs that University West’s new AI Management programme is designed to meet.

“Right now, AI can already handle technical support tasks very effectively,” says Du Juan. “AI can fill in nearly all your factual knowledge gaps. What you really need to build is strong logical thinking.”

Connecting learning with real-world innovation

Taught entirely in English in Trollhättan, Sweden, the programme emphasizes applied learning through the university’s signature work integrated learning approach. That means students gain not only theoretical knowledge but also hands-on experience working directly with companies.

Graduates will be prepared for roles such as AI project manager, data science lead, and hybrid intelligence facilitator, combining business insight with technical fluency.

But Du Juan emphasized that technical know-how isn’t enough.

“If you’re considering a career in AI management, you should develop a mature, holistic mindset while you’re studying,” she explained. “Beyond a basic understanding and working knowledge of AI, I prefer graduate applicants who also understand our industry and its professional standards.”

In other words, future graduates with AI expertise should develop a broader perspective. One that values not only technology but also human values and the humanities.

“I believe humanity’s precious capacity for perception, along with the ethical boundaries built up by human civilization, will ultimately be the foundation of our collaboration with AI.”

University West and the new programme offer not just a high-quality education, but a chance to shape the future of ethical and effective AI use.