Managerial Competency Development in the Digital Era: A Conceptual Perspective
Keywords:
managerial compentencies, digital transformation, adaptive, leadership, digital fluency, strategic innovationAbstract
The digital era has fundamentally disrupted traditional business paradigms, necessitating a profound evolution in managerial competencies. This conceptual article aims to synthesize and propose a framework for managerial competency development tailored to the exigencies of digital transformation. Employing a qualitative, desk-based research methodology, this study engages in a critical analysis of extant literature from reputable international journals and books to construct a nuanced understanding of the competency shift. The discussion delineates a tripartite core of essential digital-era managerial competencies: digital fluency (encompassing data literacy and technological acumen), adaptive leadership (including agility, vision-setting in uncertainty, and managing distributed teams), and strategic innovation (involving ecosystem thinking and continuous learning orchestration). The analysis reveals that developing these competencies requires a synergistic approach, integrating experiential learning, micro-credentialing, and technology-enabled, personalized development platforms. The study concludes that for organizations to thrive, managerial development must transition from periodic, standardized training to a continuous, integrated, and strategic process aligned with digital velocity. This conceptual perspective offers scholars and practitioners a structured lens to evaluate and redesign managerial development initiatives.
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