Enhancing project-related behavioral competence in education
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Accepted manuscript
Date
2017-06-17
DOI
Authors
Thomas, Art
Kanabar, Vijay
Messikomer, Carla
Version
OA Version
Citation
Art Thomas, Vijay Kanabar, Carla Messikomer. 2017. "Enhancing Project-Related Behavioral Competence in Education." The Modern Project -- Mindsets, Toolsets, and Theoretical Frameworks. IRNOP. Boston, 2017-06-11 - 2017-06-14
Abstract
The workforce has increasingly been demanding an educational model that produces students experienced in real project management (PM) practices. This includes producing technically competent students--one who can manage real-world project constraints of cost and schedule but also possess critical project related behavioral competence. Such soft skills are essential if a project is to run smoothly and eventually succeed. In this paper, we describe an educational framework grounded in outcomes based education to enhance project-related behavioral competence. Instructors can leverage this framework to augment their existing courses and develop the critical career skill sets of graduating students.