Program Overview
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The Master of Science (MS) degree is an online program designed to meet the advanced, multi-disciplinary educational requirements of students interested in obtaining leadership positions in a variety of technical professions.
The program focuses on developing the research analysis and critical evaluation skills necessary to support decision-making and problem-solving required to lead today's technical enterprises.
The core curriculum provides advanced learning in the modern tools of business management, leadership, applied science and technology. Students select from one of five areas of study:
- Aviation Management
- Clinical Trials Management
- Information Systems
- Nuclear Energy Technology Management
- Technical Studies
Download our Degree Program Profile Sheet for an overview of our Master of Science program.
Credit Distribution
I. Core Courses (15-18 Credits)
| THC-625 | Technology and the Human Community: Challenges and Responses | 3 |
| APS-602 | Managing People in Technology-Based Organizations | 3 |
| APS-600 | Enhancing Performance in Technology Organizations | 3 |
| APS-510 | Project Management for Technology | 3 |
| APS-601 | Technology Innovation and Commercialization | 3 |
| APS-610 | Cost Estimation and Financial Management For Engineers and Technologists | 3 |
| MSI-501 | Foundations of Information Technology | 3 |
| IAS-551 | Foundations of Information Assurance | 3 |
II. Areas of Study (12-15 Credits)
III. Capstone (6 Credits)
| APS-700 | Master Project in Applied Science and Technology | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 36-39
Advisory
MSI-501: The Information Systems area of study requires students who are not working information technology (IT) professionals to take MSI-501: Foundations of Information Technology as part of the core requirements, bringing the total credits needed to earn the degree to 39 credits. Students who are IT professionals at the time they are admitted into the program will not be required to take MSI-501, pending a review by the dean.
THC-625: Students who select the Information Technology and Aviation Management area of study are not required to take THC-625: Technology and the Human Community: Challenges and Responses.
APS-601: Students who select the Aviation Management area of study are not required to take APS-601: Technology Innovation and Commercialization. Students take IAS-551 Foundations of Information Assurance.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Science degree program will be able to:
- demonstrate mastery, orally and in writing, of the knowledge, techniques, skills, modern tools, and advanced technologies of the appropriate discipline;
- initiate, design, and conduct research;
- integrate theoretical concepts and research findings into product and/or process innovation;
- incorporate productivity measurement and project planning tools to plan, manage, and evaluate constant improvement projects that support organizational goals;
- demonstrate leadership in the workplace through the use of advanced technological and management tools and techniques; and
- evaluate the impact of ethical and cultural influences on organizational interactions and/or decisions.