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Engineering/Industrial Management Major

Description: A program that focuses on the application of engineering principles to the planning and operational management of industrial and manufacturing operations, and prepares individuals to plan and manage such operations. Includes instruction in accounting, engineering economy, financial management, industrial and human resources management, industrial psychology, management information systems, mathematical modeling and optimization, quality control, operations research, safety and health issues, and environmental program management.

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What Kinds of Students Major in Engineering Management?

In order to succeed in this major, a student should enjoy the physical sciences and mathematics in order to succeed in the engineering courses, yet also possess the interest and skills needed to succeed in business courses. This student also needs a strong grasp of oral and written communication skills. Students in these fields should enjoy analyzing social and technical systems, appreciate the process of changing organizations, and exhibit the skills required of any good manager: leadership, listening, speaking and writing, decision making, planning and so forth.

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What Courses Do Engineering Management Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Engineering Management majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

Quality Assurance
Accounting
Artificial Intelligence
Chemistry
Computer Science
Entrepreneurship
Industrial System Simulation
Introduction to Engineering
Managerial Science
Marketing
Materials Handling and Plant Layout
Materials Science
Operations and Production Management
Packaging Materials
Physics
System Engineering

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What are Some Specializations Within this Broad Major?

Various specializations related to a major in Engineering Management may be offered by colleges and universities. These specializations may be of greater or lesser interest to you. A few of these specializations related to this field include, but are not limited to:

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