Employment-Oriented Training Strategy For Graduates In Systems Engineering, Technical Skills And Results Orientation

Authors

  • • Pasi Saisio & Päivä Vaara & Tytti Mäki

Abstract

The objective of this work is to complement the training aimed at employment, of the graduates in Systems Engineering and the evaluations on generic competences were analyzed. A descriptive empirical methodology based on observation, documentary analysis and questionnaires was used, using quantitative and qualitative data. A needs analysis was carried out, specific skills were identified and specific courses were set up to develop them within a Master's program. The results show the need to improve the curriculum of engineers in the following skills: technical and specific skills, mastery of their area/discipline; analytical thinking; ability to use computer tools; ability to write and speak in foreign languages; technical skills and results orientation, concentration and abstraction, quality orientation and international skills. In conclusion, the need to develop a series of key competencies through postgraduate training was highlighted.

Published

2022-09-22