Anthony Salcito of Coursera on Why Skills Are the New Degree in the Age of AI

Anthony Salcito of Coursera on Why Skills Are the New Degree in the Age of AI

June 29, 2026 · 43 min

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Anthony Salcito discusses the importance of skills over degrees in the current job market influenced by AI.

Send us Fan Mail Anthony Salcito is President & GM of Enterprise at Coursera, where he leads partnerships with enterprises, universities, and governments to build job-relevant skills at scale. Previously, he held leadership roles at Microsoft and Nerdy (Varsity Tutors), and has spent his career at the intersection of technology, education, and workforce development. 💡 5 Things You'll Learn in This Episode Why skills are becoming the new currency in hiring. How micro-credentials compl...

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