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2023 Fall Mid Atlantic Conference: Meeting our students where they are and getting them where they need to be

Authors

Sakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Kevin C. Dittman, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Diversity

project management in engineering is typically of interest to engineers who want todevelop broader skills to advance their careers by learning the holistic aspects of bringing aproduct or program to market successfully [1], research has shown that engineering students whoare exposed to project management skills exhibit heightened sense of understanding andapplication of their coursework as well as develop self-regulation. [4]. As the world transitionsfrom a project management mindset to a more product-oriented approach, understanding thesenuances is essential for future engineers [5]. A broader perspective, business skills, anddemonstrated use of soft skills like communication and collaboration can set engineers up forfuture leadership positions