The development and appropriate use of modeling and simulation (M&S) technology relies on professionals with a skill sets that run the gamut from computational science, software engineering, and analysis to domain knowledge found in instructional design, physics, engineering, health sciences, military sciences and more. To support the needs for developing the skilled workforce required to grow the M&S industry, which provides well-paying jobs and bolsters the economy, universities have developed curricula, certificate, and degree programs to meet this niche. However, fulfilling these M&S skill sets is not the exclusive domain of M&S programs. Furthermore, time constraints may require specialization among the many M&S-related topics for a Certified Modeling and Simulation Professional (CMSP). It may not be possible for a new graduate to develop proficiency sufficient to meet workforce demands. This paper builds upon earlier work surveying Domains, Skills, Knowledge, and Applications of the M&S Professional. Assuming the stated restrictions exist, we survey professionals, program managers, and academics and examine areas of emphasis in the various M&S programs available. We evaluate the degree to which M&S specific programs are able to meet industry demands and assess whether those demands are being met by M&S graduates or graduates with other specialties. We end with observations about the M&S workforce with recommendations for the M&S Community at large.
Modeling and Simulation Professionals – Meeting the Demand
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