A limited number of research assistantships are available for self-supporting students who wish to complete the degree in 24 months. The SDM curriculum consists of 13 subjects and a thesis. Included are three core subjects and six fundamental subjects, plus electives. The 13 subjects are a combination of engineering and management subjects, with leadership and teamwork modules interwoven in the curriculum. All core and fundamental subjects are taught on campus and in a distance mode.
Elective selection is determined by the option track chosen.
The SDM Program begins in January. Applications are due May 15. The ideal applicant for the SDM program will have a master's degree in engineering or the equivalent and three or more years as a professional engineer, including experience as a team leader. Students with a bachelor's degree and five years of professional experience, including leadership experience, are encouraged to apply. Its objective is to discover, codify, teach, and otherwise disseminate guiding principles for world-class manufacturing.