International Project Management Fundamentals

Leonie Fernandes serves as a Senior Lecturer in Project Management at Rochester Institute of Technology's School of Individualized Study bringing over 25 years of project management experience across multiple industries Her expertise spans high-tech manufacturing healthcare and automotive sectors where she has led major global projects Her academic credentials include a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and a master's degree from Rochester Institute of Technology complemented by her certification as a Project Management Professional PMP She currently teaches comprehensive project management courses including PROF-510 Project Management PROF-710 Advanced Project Management and specialized courses in Agile methodologies Her teaching portfolio includes courses addressing project management fundamentals program management for product development and agile leadership Her extensive experience in coaching and mentoring project leaders both within the United States and internationally enriches her teaching approach She specializes in developing curriculum that combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications drawing from her extensive industry experience Her contributions to online education include co-teaching International Project Management courses making project management education accessible to a global audience Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the multidisciplinary nature of project management incorporating both behavioral and quantitative aspects of the discipline

Celine Gullace serves as an Instructor of Project Management at Rochester Institute of Technology's School of Individualized Study bringing over 20 years of experience in business management and education Her journey began in the South of France before moving to the United States in 1993 to pursue her education She has established herself as a distinguished educator specializing in project management and mathematics earning recognition for her teaching excellence Her expertise includes leading high-visibility projects and influencing business decisions across various sectors As a key instructor in RIT's Project Management program she teaches courses in International Project Management focusing on managing global teams cultural impacts and establishing efficient collaboration frameworks Her background as a native French speaker combined with her extensive experience in American business environments provides her with unique insights into international project management Her teaching approach incorporates both theoretical knowledge and practical applications drawing from her diverse business management experience She has contributed significantly to RIT's MicroMasters Program in Project Management helping develop comprehensive curriculum that addresses the challenges of managing projects in an international environment Her dedication to education and project management excellence continues to influence students and professionals in both domestic and international contexts.