If you graduated with a degree in engineering, you entered the workforce with robust technical skills and a passion for solving problems - problems that sometimes require learning new skills and bridging into new concepts.

Once graduates leave academia and enter the workforce, a realization often sets in: Roles, careers and skills are no longer siloed. Instead, industry is complex and interdisciplinary. Early career engineers can find themselves navigating concepts that were seldom taught in their classes, such as finance, supply chain and artificial intelligence.

Bridge to Business for Engineers is a six-day professional development program designed to bridge this skill gap, equipping early career engineers with the business fundamentals they need to be successful. Designed with input from Marquette's Opus College of Engineering and corporate partners, topics have been vetted and refined to ensure skills are transferable and applicable from day one.

In fact, 98% of past participants would recommend this program to colleagues. Take it from your fellow engineers - you'll be glad you did! Here are 10 skills you can expect to gain:

1. Supply Chain Management

From inventory to logistics to sourcing supplies, proper supply chain management allows products to arrive at customers' doors without a hitch. Bridge to Business for Engineers provides an invaluable glimpse into this behind-the-scenes facet of business, leveraging Marquette's top 10 supply chain program. Participants will examine buyer and supplier relationships guided by nationally-ranked curricula and expert faculty.

2. Accounting

Accurate and reliable accounting is imperative to the health of every organization. This program will introduce engineers to financial statements, key ratios and costing. Participants will be better prepared to think critically about performance measurement and budgeting in their roles.

3. Finance

Time is money, and finance helps you understand it. Supported by Marquette's top 20 finance program, Bridge to Business for Engineers will equip participants to evaluate the actual time value of money - a skill necessary for effective project evaluation.

4. Marketing

Just as much an art as a science, marketing allows organizations to reach potential customers where they are and share messaging that drives conversions. Engineers will gain an understanding of marketing channels, sales and pricing, and how to lean into the voice of the customer.

5. Teamwork

Regardless of industry, teamwork is good for both productivity and the bottom line. Bridge to Business for Engineers shares practical tactics to boost cohesion and support culture through optimal team behavior and clear communication styles.

6. Leadership

Whether participants aspire to step into a managerial role or want to lead from where they are, this program will delve into conflict management, negotiation and decision-making best practices. Participants will learn to navigate these situations with confidence and clarity in a multi-generational workforce.

7. Artificial Intelligence

AI has become an integral component of nearly every industry, and engineering is no exception. Aided by Marquette's innovative artificial intelligence and business curricula, participants will enhance their understanding of best practices, strategic use and intentional task delegation with artificial intelligence tools.

8. Ethics

Ethical decision-making is not only good for customers - it also protects organizations from unwanted legal repercussions or accidental reputation damage. Early career engineers will leave this program with a heightened capacity to recognize ethical concerns and address them soundly, guided by Marquette's Jesuit, Catholic values.

9. Intellectual Property and Innovation

Innovation is necessary for any organization to thrive. This program prepares participants to view innovative ideas and their impactson a larger scale, then properly navigate the relevant intellectual property regulations.

10. Presentation Skills

For many engineers, passing a single public speaking class may be the extent of their presentation experience. Through this course, participants will enhance public speaking techniques to support clear, confident communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Bridge to Business for Engineers leverages Marquette's expert faculty, strong industry connections and an applied learning approach to instill need-to-know business fundamentals that prepare engineers for success. Participants are prepared to deliver expertise cross-functionally across their organization while laying the foundation to become a high potential leader.

Ready to boost your business skills and propel your career? Register today. Don't wait, space is limited!

Bridge to Business for Engineers is hosted by Marquette Business Executive Education, providing customizable, expert-led professional development opportunities for professionals and business leaders. Learn more about the program and contact the team here.