Technology Management, MS
for the Master of Science in Technology Management
The Master of Science in Technology Management is focused on understanding how to manage the dynamic environment found in a technology-based enterprise. The curriculum covers core business topics tailored to address the issues and challenges inherent in companies that depend on technology. The course work of this intensive 12-month long program includes product development, marketing, simulation and risk analysis, finance, and strategy, as well as managing processes, intellectual property, innovation, human resources, and an option of an internship or curricular practical training - all focusing on technology. This is an intensive program for those who use, deploy, shape, or create technology.
In addition to formal coursework, students participate in a series of management development seminars, which provide an overview of American business concepts and practices.
Students have the option of pursuing a concentration within the 40 hours of coursework in one of six areas: Accountancy, Business Data Analytics, Consumer-Centric Innovation and Design, Finance, Information Technology & Control, or Supply Chain Management. Students have the option of pursuing an internship in their first or third semester, depending on the track admitted to.
Admission
Admission to the MS in Technology Management program requires an undergraduate degree with a scholastic average of at least B for the last 60 hours, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of career goals. Applicants whose native language is not English are also required to submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), CBT, iBT or IELTS. Candidates must achieve the University minimum scores on these examinations (currently 550 on the paper-based TOEFL or 213 on the computer-based TOEFL or 79 on the iBT.
Faculty Research Interests
Faculty research interests are in the areas of marketing, organizational behavior, organization theory, decision sciences, information systems, strategic management, risk analysis, judgment under uncertainty, international business, production and operations management, accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, and finance. The Gies College of Business houses computer facilities, a behavioral science laboratory, and a separate library. The college maintains contacts with industry and government through its Survey Research Laboratory, Illinois Business Consulting, the Academy for Entrepreneurial Leadership and several professional and scholarly journals edited by its faculty.
Financial Aid
The M.S. in Business Administration, the M.S. in Management, the M.S. in Strategic Brand Communication, and the M.S. in Technology Management do not provide assistantships.
for the Master of Science in Technology Management
For additional details and requirements refer to the department's Program Curriculum and the Graduate College Handbook.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | 28 | |
| ACCY 500 | Accounting Measurement, Reporting, and Control | 2 |
| BADM 508 | Leadership and Teams | 2 |
| BADM 513 | Communication Strategy in Bus | 2 |
| BADM 514 | Managing Innovation | 2 |
| BADM 520 | Marketing Management | 2 |
| BADM 543 | Technology Strategy | 2 |
| BADM 550 | Business Practicum | 4 |
| BADM 551 | Managing Intellectual Property | 2 |
| BADM 557 | Topics in Business Intelligence | 2 |
| BADM 567 | Operations Management | 2 |
| BADM 579 | Analytics for Management Decision Making | 2 |
| BADM 589 | Project Management | 2 |
| FIN 500 | Introduction to Finance | 2 |
| Electives (as guided by academic advisor) | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 40 | |
Other Requirements
| Other requirements may overlap | |
| Minimum 500-level Hours Required Overall: | 28 |
| Minimum GPA: | 2.75 |
for the Master of Science in Technology Management
Upon graduation, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate competence and understanding of basic business disciplines and management of technology concepts.
- Demonstrate analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
- Work effectively on team projects with people from a variety of professional and cultural backgrounds.
- Demonstrate the ability to express ideas with clarity in both oral and written communications.
Graduate Degree Programs in Business Administration
Majors:
- Business Administration, MBA (online-iMBA)
- Business Analytics, MS
- Management, MS
- with optional concentrations:
- Technology Management, MS
- with optional concentrations:
Minors:
- Information Technology & Control
- Corporate Governance & International Business
- Supply Chain Management
Concentrations:
- Business Data Analytics
- Corporate Governance & International Business
- Information Technology & Control
- Supply Chain Management
Certificates:
- Digital Marketing, CERT
- Entrepreneurship & Strategic Innovation, CERT
- Financial Management, CERT
- Global Challenges in Business, CERT
- Managerial Economics & Business Analysis, CERT
- Strategic Leadership Management, CERT
- Value Chain Management, CERT
Joint Degree Program:
for the Master of Science in Technology Management
Department of Business Administration
Head of Department: Carlos Torelli
Associate Dean of Graduate Programs: Nerissa Brown
Business Administration Department website
Department faculty
3019 Business Instructional Facility, 515 E. Gregory Dr., Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 244-7602
grad@business.illinois.edu
Gies College of Business
Gies College of Business website