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Peter Hirst

Senior Associate Dean, Executive Education at the MIT Sloan School of Management. He explains how MIT Sloan works with executives to ensure that they efficiently and effectively acquire the skills and knowledge needed to be effective leaders.

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Oct 31, 2024 • 36min

Peter Hirst: MIT Sloan Executive Education develops leadership skills in STEM employees

Peter Hirst, Senior Associate Dean at MIT Sloan School of Management, sheds light on the necessity of soft skills for STEM professionals. He discusses how traditional STEM training often overlooks essential leadership qualities. Hirst emphasizes the significance of tailored educational programs that bridge science and management to enhance leadership efficacy. He also touches on groundbreaking management practices at the Broad Institute during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating how organizational skills can significantly boost scientific outcomes.