Comprehending the role of soft skills in current work scenarios among Engineering domain
Journal article
Authors | Pandey, A., Dhand, S., Chaibbar, P., Kaswan, M.S., Garza-Reyes, J. and Manzoor, M. |
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Abstract | Purpose: To investigate the transformative impact of soft skills on the career pathways of experts and students in the engineering domain Design/methodology/approach: The study adopts a comprehensive approach, combining a Findings: The findings underscore the indispensable nature of soft skills in elevating Originality: The study recognises the current job market demands and asserts that engineers must combine technical expertise with soft skills to succeed in the technology-driven yet people-centric engineering profession. Practical implications: The research contributes to understanding soft skills' pivotal role in engineering professions, providing valuable insights for professionals and organisations aiming to enhance performance and competitiveness in the industry. The study advocates for a holistic approach that recognises the symbiotic relationship between technical proficiency and soft skills in shaping the success of engineering graduates in the 21st-century workforce. |
Keywords | Soft Skills; engineering experts; Human Resource Management; Employability; engineering students |
Year | 2024 |
Journal | The TQM Journal |
Journal citation | pp. 1-31 |
Publisher | Emerald Group Publishing |
ISSN | 1754-274X |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1108/TQM-05-2024-0184 |
Web address (URL) | https://www.emeraldgrouppublishing.com/journal/tqm |
Accepted author manuscript | License File Access Level Open |
Output status | Published |
Publication dates | |
Online | 31 Dec 2024 |
Publication process dates | |
Accepted | 25 Nov 2024 |
Deposited | 29 Jan 2025 |
https://repository.derby.ac.uk/item/qv121/comprehending-the-role-of-soft-skills-in-current-work-scenarios-among-engineering-domain
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