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Why Engineers Need 1. BS Engineering programs emphasize technical

competency
Management? 2. Engineers do many non-technical tasks
3. Engineering and management have very little in
common
4. Education can help ease the transition

5. There is a growing need for engineers who:
a. can see the big picture,
b. effectively interact and communicate with people,
c. thrive on ambiguity,
d. effectively work in teams, and
e. apply critical thinking skills to solve real-world
problems.
6. Successful Projects are done by a group of people with
good:
a. Organization, communication
b. Leadership, motivation, influence
c. Focus on a goal
d. Decision making, problem solving

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7. In modern society, engineers are specialists:
a. They have expertise in a very narrow area
b. They rely on others for everything else
c. Relationships enable success
d. Their ability to deal with people determines their
success as a manager
e. Put people first, technology second.
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8. Emotion and intelligence are connected, not opposites
a. Emotions affect thinking, reasoning, judgment, actions
b. Emotional IQ may be more important than traditional
IQ in success
c. Engineers usually have low emotional IQ