| > But is that really true? To pick a popular theatre-related discipline, consider what an actor does: > - They show up on time (to scenes, to rehearsal, to performances) > - They can memorize vast amounts of material in a relatively short period of time verbatim > - They work well with others > - They work well individually > - They can take direction > - They can take constructive criticism > - They meet deadlines under pressure (the show must go on!) > - They can put themselves in other people's shoes (Method acting, ftw) > - They know how to do research (how does a 1940s soldier talk, dress, walk, act?) > - They are comfortable speaking in front of groups > - They can speak clearly and enunciate appropriately (especially good in a remote world with fuzzy tech!) > I don't really care what industry you're in, those are desirable qualities for ANY hiring manager! Of those 11 skills, 9 are skills you'd need for any engineering postgrad degree, and 7 are skills you'd get in any engineering undergrad degree. From the hiring managers PoV, with the engineering graduate you also get a lot of other nice skills, like problem-solving complex problems, understanding complicated systems, etc. > I would be THRILLED if candidates metaphorically walked through the door with evidence of those skill sets under their belt! They do - that's what the postgrad engineering degrees are - evidence of possessing those skills you mentioned, and using them. |