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From Classroom to Boardroom: Enhancing Engineering Students' Communication Skills through Mock Business Meetings

Dr. Sunanda M. Shinde and
Dr. Mahesh B. Shinde

Abstract

Effective communication is a critical skill for engineering professionals, yet it often remains under-assessed in conventional classroom settings. This study investigates the impact of collaborative mock business meetings as a method to enhance and evaluate communication skills among undergraduate engineering students. The research compares collaborative assessment formats with traditional individual evaluations commonly used in technical education.
Using a thematic analysis approach, qualitative data was gathered through recorded meeting sessions, peer evaluation forms, and student reflections. The results highlight that collaborative mock meetings create a realistic and engaging environment for students to develop verbal articulation, teamwork, active listening, and professional etiquette. Participants reported increased confidence in expressing technical ideas and greater awareness of group dynamics, leadership, and problem-solving in communication.
The study concludes that mock meeting assessments offer a practical, discipline-aligned tool for improving communication competencies in engineering education. It recommends integrating such simulations into engineering curricula to bridge the gap between academic learning and workplace readiness, thereby supporting the development of well-rounded, industry-ready graduates.

Keywords:Communication Skills, Engineering Education, Collaborative Learning, Mock Business Meetings

Introduction

In the current era of rapid technological advancement and interdisciplinary collaboration, the role of engineers is no longer confined to solving technical problems in isolation. The modern workplace demands engineering graduates who are not only proficient in technical knowledge but also effective in communication, capable of working collaboratively, and adept at navigating complex team dynamics. As industries evolve, the expectations from engineering professionals extend beyond individual expertise to include the ability to present ideas clearly, negotiate solutions, lead discussions, and contribute meaningfully to group-based decision-making processes.

Despite the growing recognition of these needs, many engineering programs continue to focus predominantly on technical subjects, often offering limited exposure to soft skills or communication training. Where communication components exist, they are frequently theoretical, with minimal opportunities for real-time application or performance-based assessment. This disconnect between classroom instruction and workplace reality poses a significant challenge in producing industry-ready graduates.

One promising pedagogical intervention to bridge this gap is the use of mock business meeting assessments—structured, collaborative simulations where students engage in professionally modeled discussions, decision-making scenarios, and communication exercises. These sessions are designed to replicate the formal and informal communication practices of corporate and technical environments, allowing learners to perform as they would in real-world settings. By participating in these simulations, students are encouraged to articulate their thoughts, respond spontaneously, manage conflicts, and demonstrate leadership and interpersonal sensitivity within a supportive learning environment.

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Dr. Sunanda M. Shinde
Assistant Professor
D. Y. Patil College of Engineering and Technology, (Autonomous)
Kolhapur
sunandagpatil@gmail.com
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Dr. Mahesh B. Shinde
Associate Professor
KIT’s College of Engineering (Empowered Autonomous)
Kolhapur
maheshshinde111@gmail.com
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