Becoming Leaders: A Practical Handbook for Women in Engineering, Science, and Technology

ISBN-13: 9780784415238 / Angielski

F. Mary Williams;Carolyn J. Emerson

Opis

In this second edition, Williams and Emerson update their popular handbook for professional women in engineering, science, and technology with timely information and practical tips for career success.

Spis treści

• Introduction
• Women Are Leaders
• Strategies for Studies in STEM: Am I Smart Enough?
• Graduate Studies
• Job Hunting and Gender
• Career Path and Progress
• Personal Networks and Mentors
• Work-Life Balance
• Family Support
• Time Management
• Media Appearances Are Opportunities
• Tenure Strategies for New University Faculty
• Proactive Diversity for Academic Deans and Department Heads
• Women in the Public Service
• Diversity Management and Accountability
• Sexual Harassment
• Organizations for Women in STEM
• Commonly Asked Questions and Sample Answers
• Promoting Women's Participation: Leadership, Excitement, and New Traditions
• Women in Engineering, Science, and Technology: A Special Case
• Back Matter
• Index