We know most students associate management with leadership, but there are actually many ways management roles can manifest within the business space. An easy way to break this down is into two distinct types of management: project management and people management. The key differentiator between the two is what you are managing – people or tasks. Understanding the differences and which you prefer will help you better navigate your career management journey and make key career decisions.
Project management is a type of management in which you oversee the execution of tasks within a scope of a project. Some key skills needed include:
- Strategic planning
- Effective communication
- Ability to balance multiple priorities
- Process orientation
People management is overseeing a team of individual contributors within a business function. Some key skills needed include:
- Interpersonal communication
- Relationship building
- Leadership
- Ability to motivate & inspire others
- Problem solving
To further explore which type of management you want to focus on, take a look at the links below. You can also schedule an appointment with a career coach to work through your findings.
