A new university opens in San Jose
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan says this is another step in attracting and retaining the best talent to Silicon Valley.
San Jose, California – This fall, a new university will open in San Jose offering degrees in business and AI technology. This latest addition is part of the city's strategy to expand business and education opportunities in San Jose.
California Miramar University is part of a global institution with campuses around the world. San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan says this is another step in attracting and retaining the best talent to Silicon Valley.
“Miramar will join a growing pattern of educational institutions in our downtown,” Mahan said.
In the fall, California Miramar University will open on Market Street in San Jose's Couch District. SP Jain Global Business Management operates a private, for-profit university that brings hundreds of new business and technology students to the region. Technology expert Ahmed Banafa said universities have been offering AI degrees for years, but now companies are looking for more people with those skills.
“You're talking about making things faster, more accurate, cheaper. And that's what drives AI. This is why many companies are implementing AI as one of their next moves when it comes to strategic planning. That's why we see people doing it,” Banafa said.
SP Jain also operates universities in London, Sydney, Mumbai, Dubai and Singapore.The San Jose campus will house a bachelor's degree in data science and business management and a master's degree in AI
“Because it's a buzzword, it's going to be even more valuable in the market. Recruiters are going to knock on your door and say, 'Let's talk,'” Banafa says.
Mayor Mahan said the city wants to attract and retain talent to San Jose and has expedited the permitting process to encourage new companies to move in. Mahan said San Jose was also one of the fastest cities in the state to recover economically after the pandemic.
“We are looking for incentives to attract and promote startups in the AI space here in downtown San Jose. I think it just adds to the momentum that we’re seeing,” Mahan said. .
Mahan said this is part of San Jose's strategy to continue to grow in business and education and one day make San Jose the world capital of AI innovation.
