The course of studies is designed to provide training in both engineering and management. While it is possible to complete the M.S. program in one year, many students take longer. The core is a group of courses designed to give the student breadth of exposure in manufacturing system dynamics, software for design and control, manufacturing management, and engineered materials. The concentration is a sequence of courses designed to provide depth in a student's area of interest. This dual degree program prepares students to become manufacturing managers.
Individuals taking courses on a full-time basis can complete the program in only two calendar years.
Students in this program must select the operations management option in their M.S. studies, which minimizes the number of courses taken. This program is designed for the engineer who would like to remain on the job while obtaining an advanced degree. An undergraduate degree in engineering and at least three years of work experience are required. All regular admissions criteria apply. ICV is a teleconferencing innovation that permits an institution to conduct live classes concurrently at a multitude of industrial sites with complete two-way video and audio interaction among all sites.