Manufacturing Leadership MS


Manufacturing Leadership: Online
Master of science degree
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Department of Engineering Leadership
A degree driven by real-time employer demand
These jobs are growing by 9%, double the rate of the overall labor market.
The operations leadership job market
108k+
Average salary nationwide
9%
Job growth for operations managers
26%
Demand growth for engineering management skills
28%
Demand growth for process management skills
Program Highlights
The master of science degree in manufacturing leadership is designed for experienced professionals moving to mid- and senior-level positions in manufacturing and service organizations. The program integrates business and engineering courses, delivering them in a part-time format where students continue to work while taking classes.
Manufacturing leadership is a highly focused program developed jointly by Saunders College of Business and the Kate Gleason College of Engineering. Particular emphasis is placed on supply chain management, global manufacturing and operations, lean thinking, leadership, and decision making. A capstone project, oriented to the solution of a manufacturing or services management problem or process improvement initiative, enables students to apply new skills and capabilities to the solution of a pressing real-world problem, with significant financial benefit to sponsors.
Curriculum packed with high-demand skills

Leadership
Engineering leadership jobs are growing 26%.

Process Improvement
Demand for process improvement is growing 39%.

Salary Premium
Project management, process improvement, and systems engineering are sought-after skills which offer both a competitive advantage and salary premium in this field.

Supply Chain Management
This sought-after skill is a focus of this curriculum.
Curriculum
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Admission Requirements
- Complete the graduate application
- Hold a baccalaureate (or equivalent) degree from an accredited institution or college
- Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
- Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work
- Submit one professional recommendation
- Submit a current resume
- Submit a personal statement of objectives
- Have at least two years of experience in a manufacturing-related organization or business environment
- A test of English Language aptitude is required of all applicants and course registrants whose native language is not English. Applicants are exempt from submitting the exams if they have worked or studied in the U.S. for the last two years or they are from countries and attended universities whose native language is English.
Cost
The online MS in Manufacturing Leadership requires 30 credits and costs $2,089 per credit hour (Academic Year 2020 – 2021).
Keep in mind that there are many options available that may help you lower your costs including:
- Military tuition benefits
- Support from employers
- Private scholarships
- Financing
- Payment plans
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