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Project Management as a Senior Project Manager in Science Policy
I use project management daily to keep our teams on track to be able to accomplish all tasks in the required timeframe.
What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
- Ability to manage a project
- Delegating responsibilities
- Developing/managing budgets
- Managing data and resources
- Planning and organizing projects
- Providing instruction and guidance
- Time management
Project Management as a Director of Industry Partnerships in Science Policy
The professional indicated this transferable skill is important in their position, but did not provide specific examples.
What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
- Ability to manage a project
- Developing/managing budgets
- Managing data and resources
- Planning and organizing projects
- Time management
Project Management as a Chief Policy Director in Science Policy
You have to stay on-time and on-budget, especially on-time since the legislative process is strict.
What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
- Ability to manage a project
- Delegating responsibilities
- Time management
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