Bjarke Nielsen
Associate Professor
Department of Engineering Technology and Didactics
Lautrupvang 15
Building Ballerup Room A2.03B
2750 Ballerup
Danmark
Keywords: Implementation of Technology in Organisations. Hybrid and Online Teaching, Professional Skills Integration, Project Management, Leadeship training, Educational Development. Profile Bjarke Nielsen is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where his academic focus centers on training both project managers and leaders. He works to integrate critical professional skills—such as leadership and project management, ensuring that students are equipped not only with technical expertise but also with the capabilities to lead teams and manage complex projects. Through his research, Bjarke Nielsen develops innovative pedagogical approaches to enhance the effectiveness of leadership training, making it relevant and practical for future leaders/project managers. Looking ahead, he aspires to contribute to the evolution of online and hybrid education through strategic leadership development programs and the development of pedagogical frameworks that bridge the gap between technical expertise and professional competencies. Primary Research Areas:Integration of professional skills, particularly project management and leadership, into engineering curricula.Development of teaching methodologies that align academic learning with industry practices.Educational strategies for developing hybrid and online teaching skills in academic organizations Primary Teaching Areas:Instruction in integrating professional skills within continuing education programs for industry professionals.Development and delivery of modules on project management tailored for professionals in the engineering industry.Organization and facilitation of workshops and seminars designed to enhance professional development and teaching practices for engineers in the industry. Network:Within DTU: Collaborates with faculty members to design and implement curricula that blend technical knowledge with professional skills.Internationally: Works with global networks and attends international conferences to share insights and learn from global trends in engineering education.