Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Learning and Development for Personalized Career Growth Paths

Abstract

This study investigates the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing learning and development (L&D) practices with a specific focus on its application in personalizing career growth paths among professionals in Nigeria. Amidst global transformations in workforce management and digital education, AI technologies such as adaptive learning platforms, intelligent content recommenders and predictive analytics are reshaping how individuals acquire skills and navigate career trajectories. Using a quantitative research design the study examined respondents’ awareness of AI, their perceptions of its impact, the challenges encountered in its adoption and the risks associated with its integration into professional development systems. Chi-square tests, and one-sample t-tests were employed to analyze the data. Findings reveal that awareness and use of AI tools are relatively high, with no significant gender differences in adoption. AI is widely perceived as a transformative tool capable of enhancing personalized learning and guiding employee development. While challenges such as infrastructural readiness and staff competence wereot perceived as major barriers. Risk perception was also low indicating strong professional confidence in adapting to AI enhanced systems. The study concludes that AI presents significant opportunities for advancing personalized learning and strategic career development in Nigeria’s learning and development landscape. It recommends increased investment in AI literacy, capacity building, and policy support to accelerate effective and ethical AI integration.