Patricia S. Kelly

Patricia S. Kelly is a Senior Lecturer in the Management department at Quinnipiac University's College of Professional Studies. Since Fall 2011, she has focused on teaching human resource management, organizational leadership, and project management while developing compassionate leaders through real-world applications. She combines expertise in portfolio management, process improvement, and emotional intelligence with active membership in PMI, ATD, and SHRM.

• 2008 – Master of Science in Organizational Leadership
• 2021 – Master of Science in Instructional Design & Technology

Her research emphasizes team dynamics, emotional intelligence, and project management integration in business education. Recent work explores human-centered leadership in AI-driven environments and cross-generational collaboration in provisional work settings. Publications highlight virtual presence development and pedagogy of care frameworks.

Key article trends demonstrate application of project management methodologies to educational challenges, emotional intelligence in leadership, and AI/technology adaptation in business pedagogy. Subfields span remote team optimization, generational workforce integration, and compassionate leadership models.

Her professional certifications include

• Project Management Certification (George Washington University/ESI International)
• Emotional Intelligence Certification