Interdisciplinary Competence: A Key Element for Project Managers
Paper Title:
Interdisciplinary Competence: The Key to Exceptional Project Performance
Abstract:
This session discusses the various disciplinary approaches for integrating knowledge. Research in the area of interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary demonstrates that better integration of knowledge is achieved through individuals attaining cross disciplinary learning. Integrated teams of interdisciplinary members achieve better problem solving through leveraging common knowledge ground. Project managers with interdisciplinary competence are more capable to lead diverse project teams. Results from academia institutions and 3M study support the development of depth and breadth in disciplines to achieve exceptional performance. Academia has established interdisciplinary curriculums and research centers to facilitate greater advances of knowledge and technology.
