The Project Management Seminar is the final course in the project management major offered by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship.聽 For students and recent graduates, obtaining CAPM certification validates their knowledge of project management fundamentals and methodologies, enhances their academic qualifications and sets them apart in a competitive job market. It signifies a dedication to mastering essential project management concepts and demonstrates readiness to contribute effectively to project teams.

According to PMI.org, the newly updated, three-hour, 150-question CAPM certification exam 鈥渢ests aptitude on project management fundamentals and core concepts (including) agile frameworks/methodologies, business analysis frameworks, and predictive plan-based methodologies.鈥�

鈥淭he CAPM certification allows our students to stand out as aspiring project managers and hiring organizations can be assured that our graduates understand the fundamentals of project work,鈥� said Professor of Management Matt Valle, who teaches the course. 鈥淭his certification is an important milestone in their careers. The pass rate on the CAPM exam, based on industry estimates and feedback from successful candidates, is generally considered to be around 70%. I am very proud of the hard work that the students put into preparing for this exam.鈥�

The following spring 2025 MGT 4300 students earned their CAPM certification:

Charlie Abt, CAPM

Daniel Aldredge, CAPM

AnaLuna Alvarez, CAPM

Grayson Artzt, CAPM

Diego Coello de Portugal Magallon, CAPM

Maury Dalton, CAPM

Katie Haab, CAPM

Adam Kanowitz, CAPM

Sam Kinter, CAPM

Daphne McGarvey, CAPM

Patrick Milton, CAPM

Cam Neshat, CAPM

Katie Reed, CAPM

Christian Van Voorhees, CAPM

Will Vergantino, CAPM

Max Weinhaus, CAPM

According to PMI.org, the newly updated, three-hour, 150-question CAPM certification exam 鈥渢ests aptitude on project management fundamentals and core concepts (including) agile frameworks/methodologies, business analysis frameworks, and predictive plan-based methodologies.”

The Project Management Seminar is the final course in the project management major offered by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship.聽 For students and recent graduates, obtaining CAPM certification validates their knowledge of project management fundamentals and methodologies, enhances their academic qualifications and sets them apart in a competitive job market. It signifies a dedication to mastering essential project management concepts and demonstrates readiness to contribute effectively to project teams.

鈥淭he 2023 version of the CAPM exam is very difficult, perhaps one of the most difficult certification exams provided by the Project Management Institute,鈥� said Professor of Management Matt Valle, who teaches the course. 鈥淚t is a tribute to these students that they prepared so well, studied so hard and succeeded. This was no easy task 鈥� they reviewed thousands of pages of reference material and dedicated hundreds of hours of study to prepare for the exam. The pass rate on the CAPM exam, based on industry estimates and feedback from successful candidates, is generally considered to be around 70%. This milestone marks a significant early achievement in their professional lives. I am very proud of them.鈥�

Congratulations to the following fall 2024 MGT 4300 students who earned their CAPM certification:

Samuel N. Benz, CAPM

Josh Brandt, CAPM

Ryan H. Farmer, CAPM

Shane T. Haggerty, CAPM

Cole Lewin, CAPM

Mackenzie E. Matyas, CAPM

Meghan A. O鈥橬eal, CAPM

Savannah D. Peterson, CAPM

Tommy Sciarrone, CAPM

Tyler M. Singer, CAPM

Sarah I. Whiting, CAPM

Maddie Williams, CAPM

This is the first known test of the incidence of an incivility spiral due to communications enacted through ICT. According to the authors, there is special cause for concern given the often-impersonal nature of ICT use (and abuse) in organizations. Individuals may feel emboldened by the distance and perceived safety ICT mediation affords and may be less likely to moderate their online interactions with colleagues. Absent the physical intimacy and non-verbal signals that face-to-face interactions provide, individuals may be more likely to perpetuate incivility in ICT interactions even if there is no implicit intent to harm others.

The primary finding was that ICT incivility in the workplace has the potential to spiral, insofar as incivility victims are likely to become incivility perpetrators in the future. The research shows how technology-mediated communication can influence workplace relationships and behaviors, impacting overall workplace culture. By understanding the dynamics of incivility perpetuation through ICT, managers and organizational leaders can work toward promoting respectful and positive interactions in both virtual and physical work spaces.

ICT use is ubiquitous in organizations and maintaining high standards for civil discourse through the varied communication media may help organizations enhance collaboration, support employee emotional well-being, and deepen organizational commitment. Additionally, civil online interactions may help organizations avoid an escalation of other deviant behaviors in the future.

In online ICT interactions, the research team generally found that “what goes around, comes around.”

Fifteen seniors enrolled in the spring 2024 semester MGT 4300 Seminar in Project Management capstone course recently earned their Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) credential. According to , the newly updated, three-hour, 150-question CAPM certification exam 鈥渢ests aptitude on project management fundamentals and core concepts [including] agile frameworks/methodologies, business analysis frameworks, and predictive plan-based methodologies鈥�.

Taught by Professor of Management Matt Valle, the Project Management Seminar (MGT 4300) is the final course in the project management major offered by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship.聽 For students and recent graduates, obtaining CAPM certification validates their knowledge of project management fundamentals and methodologies, enhances their academic qualifications and sets them apart in a competitive job market. It signifies a dedication to mastering essential project management concepts and demonstrates readiness to contribute effectively to project teams.

“The Project Management Institute (PMI) recently revised the CAPM exam to include material from over 2,000 pages of documents relating to project initiation, planning and execution, including agile methodologies and business analysis processes,” said Valle. “This cohort studied 6 guides, standards, textbooks, and software packages for over 10 weeks and took numerous practice exams and assessments in class. I am proud to recognize their hard work and dedication.”

Congratulations to the following students who recently earned their CAPM certification:

• Carly G. Angel, CAPM
• Cameron Q. Aries, CAPM
• Ally Avena, CAPM
• Adam Berry, CAPM
• Anna R. Carmody, CAPM
• William B. Eberhardt IV, CAPM
• Calle Edelstam, CAPM
• Austin K. Fitzgerald, CAPM
• Lars T. Heidenreich, CAPM
• Linn Hertz Saebboe, CAPM
• Emma S. MacGuffie, CAPM
• Kate Malloy, CAPM
• Sarah M. Perciavalle, CAPM
• Cozette S. Ries, CAPM
• Adina M. Spiewak, CAPM

Professional Scrum Master credential

Eleven Martha and Spencer Love School of Business students recently earned the Professional Scrum Master I credential offered by , demonstrating their fundamental knowledge of the Scrum framework, Scrum Master accountabilities, and how to apply Scrum practices.

The Professional Scrum Master I certification exam requires a combination of academic coursework in project management and the successful completion (85% passing rate or higher) on a one-hour, 80-question certification exam.

Offered through Scrum.org, The Professional Scrum Master I (PSMI) certification exam is a globally recognized credential that tests the following Focus Areas as defined within the Professional Scrum Competencies: Understanding and Applying the Scrum Framework, Developing People and Teams, and Managing Products with Agility. By mastering Agile practices, certified Scrum Masters gain the confidence to navigate evolving project requirements, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement within their teams.

Within Elon鈥檚 project management curriculum, the PSMI certification is a mandatory component of the Agile Project Management (MGT 4170) course taught by Lecturer in Management Scott Oakes. Through engaging coursework, practical exercises, project-based assignments, guest speakers and simulations, students delve into the dynamic world of Agile methodologies, gaining a deep understanding of its principles and applications. This course not only familiarizes students with agile frameworks but also emphasizes the pivotal role of the Scrum Master within agile team settings.

Oakes said that this was the second iteration of this class, and so far there has been a 95% first-time pass rate at Elon. Additionally, Oakes also shared that Elon is now officially a university partner with Scrum.org and is listed as a certified partner on their website.

The PSMI complements the CAPM as the two project management certifications available to project management majors.

Congratulations to the following students for earning their Professional Scrum Master I certification:

• Cameron Q. Aries, PSMI, CAPM
  
• Grayson Artzt, PSMI
  
• Ben Black, PSMI
  
• Archie Corteil, PSMI
  
• Ross Dooling, PSMI
  
• Kaley A. Farmer, PSMI
  
• Henry L. Larson, PSMI
  
• Emma S. Macguffie, PSMI, CAPM
  
• Kate Malloy, PSMI, CAPM
  
• C.J. Nemsick, PSMI
  
• Tyler Singer, PSMI
  

Brundidge was branched as an infantry officer candidate upon completion of the ROTC program at 福利亚洲国产精品 and completed the Infantry Officer Basic course prior to assuming his current duties. As an infantry platoon leader, Patrick is responsible for the wellness and tactical employment of 40 infantrymen during company operations. He is directly responsible for the upkeep and employment of over $20 million worth of equipment including four Infantry Carrying Vehicles (Strykers).

As a project management major at 福利亚洲国产精品, Brundidge completed the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification offered by the Project Management Institute as part of his BSBA program (CAPM Requirement in the BSBA Project Management major).

Brundidge completed the PMP certification process while working full-time and leading 40 soldiers. This certification marks another milestone in his continued professional development.

The research report builds on the investigation published by Valle and colleagues in a 2022 issue of Information Technology & People,听one of the premier journals in the IS/IT field (Harris, Kenneth J., Ranida B. Harris, Matthew Valle, John R. Carlson, Dawn S. Carlson, Suzanne Zivnuska, and Brice枚n Wiley (2022), 鈥淭echnostress and the Entitled Employee: Impacts on Work and Family,鈥� Information Technology & People, 35, 1073-1095).

This particular research investigates the impact of technostress on employees in the real estate profession. Technology plays a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of real estate professionals, who are constantly using ICTs to manage work and communicate with clients. Agents are at a high risk of experiencing technostress, which can negatively impact work and family life. By understanding how technostress negatively influences employee turnover, work-family conflict, and family burnout, agents and firms can better manage potential stressors and create a more positive and productive work environment.

In this research, the team explored the impacts of two different types of technostress鈥攖echno-overload and techno-invasion鈥攐n the work domain, family domain, and the relationship between the two. Furthermore, the team hoped to shed light on the moderating effect of employee entitlement on these relationships.

The team found that employee entitlement significantly moderated the relationship between the technostress dimensions and employee turnover intentions, work-family conflict, and family burnout. Employees with high levels of entitlement are more likely to experience higher levels of turnover intentions, work-family conflict, and family burnout as a result of techno-overload and techno-invasion. The study also provides evidence that as entitlement鈥攁 growing trend among younger generations鈥攊s becoming more prevalent in the workforce, organizations must be aware of the potential impact on employees.

In real estate, the increasing reliance on technology can lead to techno-overload and techno-invasion, resulting in stress, burnout, and decreased work performance, job satisfaction, and overall well-being. It can also spill over into agents鈥� personal lives, leading to work-family conflict. Excessive use of technology
within real estate transactions can lead to information overload, confusion, and mistrust. Hence, it is important to strike a balance between utilizing technology and maintaining the human touch in agent-client interactions. This human touch can help build strong and long-lasting relationships, leading to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.

The Keller Center Research Report is a journal of academic research with actionable insights for the real estate industry. Agents, brokers, lawyers and other professionals use the journal’s relevant and unbiased content to inform and enhance their business practices.

Matthew Valle, professor of management, presented the results of his recent research at a conference in San Antonio, Texas on Saturday, March 11.

The paper, “Too much of a bad thing? The curvilinear relationship between technostress and interpersonal deviance,” was presented at the 2023 Conference of the Academic and Business Research Institute. The research was conducted in 2022 with Ken Harris (Indiana University), Suzanne Zivnuska (California State University – Chico), Ranida Harris (Indiana University) and John and Dawn Carlson (Baylor University).

The study looked at the nature of the relationship between technostress (defined as the mental stress associated with using information and communication technology (ICT) on the job) and negative outcomes (e.g., dissatisfaction, burnout, intent to turnover). As with other job stressors, the more employees experience stress in the workplace, the more likely they are to suffer negative effects. More specifically, this investigation analyzed the relationship between technostress and interpersonal deviance (deviance directed at another member of the organization).

The study team hypothesized that the relationship between technostress and interpersonal deviance was not linear, as is assumed by previous studies. If the assumption of linearity does not hold, the nature of current managerial interventions can be called into question.

The results demonstrated that the best fitting model of the relationship was indeed curvilinear, suggesting that technostress in small/modest amounts does not result in appreciable amounts of interpersonal deviance. In fact, low levels of technostress might even be useful for engaging and assisting employees (what some call “techno-eustress”). However, at high levels of technostress, instances of interpersonal deviance escalate exponentially, suggesting that employees reach a “break point” and are no longer able to cope effectively with technostress. Subsequently, they lash out at their fellow co-workers in inappropriate ways.

The primary implication of this analysis suggests that managers shouldn鈥檛 be too quick to lessen or remove all technostress from the workplace. Some technostress may be helpful if it causes individuals to respond by learning new technologies, improving workflows, and enhancing organizational performance. A little stress can be a good thing. At higher levels of technostress, however, managers should be attuned to indications that individuals have exceeded their abilities to cope. Behavioral changes are most easily witnessed, and managers can address interpersonal deviance when it first appears.

The seminar and certification are the culminating experiences in the Project Management major offered by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship in the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business. Forty-nine students successfully completed the certification process and earned their CAPM credential.

The is the world鈥檚 leading project management organization with almost 700,000 global members. The CAPM credential is a widely-recognized certification in the project management field and Elon project management graduates have gone on to pursue advanced degrees and advanced PM certifications. Elon graduates have also led high-value projects and large project teams.

The following describes the Elon experiences of some of our recent CAPM certification holders:

, CAPM will graduate with a bachelor of science in business administration (double major in project management and entrepreneurship). Sassaman interned with PepsiCo and Southern Foodways. She also completed a Diploma in Construction Management at North Carolina State University in February 2022 and will start her new position as a project engineer with Clark Construction this summer.

, CAPM will graduate in May 2022 with a bachelor of science in business administration (major in project management). He interned with Jet-Hot High-Performance Coatings and was a lease fleet manager with The Boat Locker.聽 Johnson will start his new position following graduation as a business development manager at MarineMax in Charlotte.

, CAPM will graduate in May 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (major in Project Management). Brundidge will also be commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army the day before graduation. He will serve as an infantry officer.

, CAPM is an international student-athlete from Latvia and member of Elon’s track and field team who will graduate in May 2022 with a bachelor of science in business administration (major in project management). Strazdite was a frequent honoree on the Dean’s and President’s lists for Academic Achievement at 福利亚洲国产精品.

, CAPM聽is a student-athlete on Elon’s track and field team . Anderson will graduate in May 2022 with a bachelor of science in business administration (major in project management). Anderson interned with ALKU and studied abroad at University College Dublin. She was named the winner of the Student Achievement in Project Management Award and will graduate with a 3.9 GPA. Following graduation, she will pursue her master’s of science in business analytics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst while continuing her athletic career as a pole vaulter for the Minutemen.

These are just some of the 49 new certified project managers who will graduate from 福利亚洲国产精品 this May. The following list includes all of the recent CAPM holders:

Anderson, Jessica S.
Barbera, Joe
Borg, Jarrad B.
Bowline, Gray S.
Brundidge, Patrick D.
Carpenter, Janae J.
Chnupa, Adam H.
Cronin, Nikki
Cudd, Matthew T.
Daugherty, Ben
Daughtry, Bryson M.
Dickerson, Joe
Durbin, Audrey P.
Duval, Mason C.
Eliasson, Sam
Ervin, Zac
Feldmann, Bella
Folds, James D.
Frodigh, Will
Gilbert, Zane B.
Goodman, Margot O.
Grightmire, Tyler A.
Hattersley, Jake T.
Johnson, Leo
Jones, Avery
Keenan, Luke
Krulak, Chloe V.
Lewis, Jordan R.
Liotta, Sam
MacLeod, Duncan R.
McDermott, Connor C.
McNeil, Lindsey E.
Ostria, Jacob N.
Russo, Victoria
Rutsky, Haille N.
Sassaman, Megan E.
Sher, Dan
Smith, Palmer A.
Stomberger, Zach
Strazdite, Kristine
Street, Abby
Sykes, Stuart C.
Turner, Noah J.
Vidmar, Marley L.
Wanner, Gabriela M.
Warren, Seth
Whalen, Connor E.
Wilkins, Ryan D.
Yeo, Mason E.

Those who pass the assessment receive the industry-recognized PSM I Certification to demonstrate their mastery of Scrum fundamentals.

Scrum is a lightweight, agile, project management framework that helps people, teams and organizations generate value through adaptive solutions for complex problems. Scrum is founded on empiricism and lean thinking. Empiricism asserts that knowledge comes from experience and making decisions based on what is observed. Lean thinking reduces waste and focuses on the essentials. Scrum employs an iterative, incremental approach to optimize predictability and control risk. Scrum engages groups of people who collectively have all the skills and expertise to do the work and share or acquire such skills as needed. Scrum is one of many agile methods/frameworks used primarily in software development, but there are applications in other industries.

Valle teaches project management courses in the undergraduate B.S.B.A. in Project Management and the MBA/MSBA programs. He is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute; he also holds the CAPM certification. Valle has led multiple high-value industry and DOD acquisition and development projects.

The second article “Situational antecedents to organizational identification and the role of supervisor support” (with Martha Andrews of the University of North Carolina Wilmington and Micki Kacmar of Texas State University; August 2020 Organization Management Journal聽) examined the effects of procedural justice, training opportunities and innovation on job satisfaction and affiliation commitment via the mediating effect of organizational identification.The authors also explored the moderating role of satisfaction with supervisor on the relationship between the antecedents and organizational identification as well as its moderating effect on the mediational chain.聽Results demonstrated that the indirect effects for procedural justice and training opportunities as predictors were significant, while none of the paths for innovation as a predictor were significant. Satisfaction with supervisor moderated the relationships between procedural justice and organizational identification and innovation and organizational identification.

The third research article “Technology-enacted abusive supervision and its effect on work and family” (with Dawn Carlson of Baylor University, John Carlson of Baylor University, Suzanne Zivnuska of California State University, Chico, Ken Harris of Indiana University Southeast and Ranida Harris of Indiana University Southeast; Journal of Social Psychology ) examined the effects of technology-enacted abusive supervision, defined as subordinate perceptions of supervisor鈥檚 use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) to engage in hostile communications. This research was designed to examine if technology-enacted abusive supervision has an impact on both the work and family domains. Based on conservation of resources theory, we theorized that technology-enacted abusive supervision enhances subordinate engagement in emotional labor surface acting, which contributes to emotional exhaustion, which in turn impacts both the work and family domains. Results demonstrate significant paths in both domains. Subordinate perceptions of technology-enacted abusive supervision are positively related to the engagement in technology-enacted incivility through the serial mediation of emotional labor surface acting and emotional exhaustion. Additionally, subordinate perceptions of technology-enacted abusive supervision are positively related to family undermining at home for the subordinate through the serial mediation of emotional labor surface acting, emotional exhaustion, and stress transmission.