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Industrial Management, MS
Industrial Management Master鈥檚 Degree
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$15,980 | 33 Credit Hours | Finish in as little as 18-24 months
Begin as soon as: January 11, 2027 or May 17, 2027
Why Choose UCM for an Industrial Management MS?
Today鈥檚 industrial success requires mastering complex technical systems and the teams who run them. With the 欧美视频鈥檚 Master of Science in Industrial Management, you will learn to lead both the human and technical sides of the workplace, equipping you to manage high-performing teams in dynamic organizations.
Designed for working professionals and aspiring leaders, this graduate program is led by dedicated faculty mentors and builds essential supervisory skills in project management, strategic decision-making and organizational problem-solving. Whether you want to advance in manufacturing, logistics or technical supervision, the real-world industry experience found at UCM provides the hands-on expertise you need to succeed in high-impact industrial management jobs.
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UCM's Industrial Management MS at a Glance
Degree Type: Master of Science | Credit Hours: 33 Hours
Degree Can be Taken: Warrensburg
- Accredited by the Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)
- Opportunity to earn a Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate alongside your master鈥檚 degree
- Prepares you for immediate industry advancement or doctoral study
- Home to the ASQ-UCM Student Chapter sponsored by the American Society for Quality
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What will you learn in UCM鈥檚 Industrial Management master鈥檚 program?
UCM鈥檚 Industrial Management courses blend technical expertise with supervisory leadership. You will study facilities engineering, legal issues in industry, applied technology research, engineering economy, lean and quality management and organizational dynamics.
Through coursework and practical application, you will learn to:
- Apply management concepts: Execute management principles, cost accounting, economic analysis, contract interpretation and team-building strategies in real-world professional situations.
- Lead complex projects: Develop comprehensive project plans, business plans, procurement timetables and return-on-investment (ROI) analyses from initiation to completion.
- Ensure workplace safety: Interpret OSHA standards, establish site health and safety procedures and conduct analyses of hazardous materials and processes.
- Optimize supply chains and operations: Evaluate supply chains, manage change orders, interpret engineering drawings and streamline production schedules.
- Communicate across technical levels: Communicate effectively using written, oral, graphic and digital collaboration tools to address personnel topics and collaborate with colleagues at a distance.
- Implement technology and process improvement: Use advanced digital tools, electronic data processing and material science concepts to adapt technical expertise to manufacturing processes.
- Conduct applied research: Perform, interpret and present scientific and applied research to solve operational problems within your area of specialization.
At UCM, your Industrial Management MS degree includes a Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate Option.
You can customize your degree by adding a specialization that allows you to earn a Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate before you graduate. This credential demonstrates to prospective employers that you can analyze workplace processes, eliminate waste, reduce operational costs and maximize productivity.
Unique learning opportunities in UCM鈥檚 Industrial Management degree program
At UCM, your Industrial Management master鈥檚 program integrates hands-on learning experiences to bridge classroom theory with industry practice:
- Real-world internships: Gain on-the-job experience by completing an internship with domestic or international organizations during your graduate studies.
- Local facility tours: Take frequent tours of local facilities across the Kansas City metro area to get a firsthand look at operational environments and diverse industrial management jobs.
- Graduate research projects: Investigate complex operational problems independently or alongside a faculty mentor. UCM graduate students frequently publish their findings and present research at local and national industry conferences.
- Quality Management Conference: Participate in UCM鈥檚 annual conference hosted on the Warrensburg and Lee鈥檚 Summit campuses. Network with technology industry professionals, learn emerging industry news and showcase your research.
- ASQ-UCM Student Chapter: Join UCM's active student chapter sponsored by the American Society for Quality (ASQ), the nation's largest quality professional organization, to collaborate on process improvement and assist in planning the annual conference.
Fast facts about UCM鈥檚 Industrial Management master鈥檚 program
- Industry Accreditation: Accredited by the Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)
- Professional Affiliation: Home to an active ASQ-UCM Student Chapter sponsored by the American Society for Quality
- Specialized Credentials: Opportunity to earn a Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate alongside your master鈥檚 degree
- Flexible Career Paths: Preparation for immediate industry advancement or doctoral study, such as UCM鈥檚 Technology Management PhD
- Multi-Campus Reach: Specialized events and learning opportunities hosted across UCM鈥檚 Warrensburg and Lee鈥檚 Summit campuses
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Financial Aid and Scholarships for UCM鈥檚 Industrial Management MS Students
The 欧美视频 offers affordable graduate tuition alongside diverse options to help finance your degree, including:
- Institutional and program-specific scholarships
- Graduate assistantships
- Tuition awards and grants
- Federal financial aid options and student loans
As a UCM student, you鈥檒l have a financial aid advisor as part of your six-person student support team to help you find the best way to finance your graduate education. You can search for program-specific opportunities using the UCM Scholarship Finder and connect directly with your dedicated financial aid advisor to plan your funding.
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Career opportunities and outcomes for Industrial Management MS graduates
A master鈥檚 degree in Industrial Management from UCM prepares you to supervise operations and manage teams in global corporations, regional enterprises, healthcare facilities, pharmaceutical and logistics operations. Graduates are also prepared for teaching and research roles in higher education following further doctoral study.
UCM Industrial Management graduates have successfully secured careers with leading global organizations, including:
- Boeing
- CST Corp. Morocco
- Harman Mexico
- Honeywell
- Johnson & Johnson
- Milbank Manufacturing
- Overhead Door Company
- Saudi Cable Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
You will study production and operations management, facilities engineering, legal issues in industry, lean and quality management, engineering economy and project management. The coursework builds both hard technical skills and soft leadership abilities to help you direct complex manufacturing processes, lead teams, manage budgets and maintain OSHA safety standards.
Yes. Students participate in internships with domestic and international organizations, tour manufacturing and service facilities in the Kansas City metro area, conduct publishable graduate research and engage with industry professionals through UCM鈥檚 ASQ student chapter and annual Quality Management Conference.
Yes. By adding a specialization to your Industrial Management courses, you can work toward earning a Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate before you graduate, demonstrating your capability to optimize processes and reduce organizational costs.
Yes. UCM provides competitive tuition, along with graduate assistantships, grants, tuition awards, federal financial aid and program-specific scholarships, all accessible via the UCM Scholarship Finder. Every student receives support from a dedicated financial aid advisor.
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MS Industrial Management
Program Outcomes:
The Master of Science in Industrial Management program is designed to prepare professional managers who possess skills and knowledge acquired through education and on-site experience necessary to manage manufacturing processes including bid preparation, project acquisition, project management, quality, safety, and supervision of the industrial enterprise. The diagram below illustrates the suggested articulation for this degree.
Management Skills
Outcome #1 - Apply management skills and concepts to specific situations.
- The student will apply the principles and philosophy of management systems, cost accounting, and economics to industry, including the interpretation of contracts, and the value of team building.
- The student will execute industrial safety standards including the ability to interpret the OSHA industry standards, establish safety and health procedures on the project site, and perform hazardous material and process analysis.
Project Management
Outcome #2 - Plan and implement a project.
- The student will identify the appropriate management principles necessary to complete a business plan, evaluate supply chains, and produce project plans.
- The student will create change orders, organize contract agreements, interpret engineering drawings, operations schedules, and develop a return on investment analysis.
- The student will prepare a complete project schedule, develop a procurement timetable, and establish a control manual.
- The student will develop a plan showing the logical sequence of activities and time duration in order to monitor progress and update schedules.
Human Resources
Outcome #3 - Analyze and develop a human relations strategy.
- The student will identify the management code of ethics for organizations and management individuals.
- Students will investigate union operations and labor relations within the industrial enterprise.
Communications Skills
Outcome #4 - Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively.
- The student will apply oral, written, graphic, and listening skills as each enhances behavioral principles or attitude and effective communications.
- The student graduating from the program will be a manufacturing service provider and marketer of management skills and knowledge.
- Students will demonstrate the skills necessary to incorporate the technological tools used in industry to effectively communicate and collaborate with other professionals at a distance.
Industrial Economy
Outcome #5 - Explain and apply the basic concepts of an Industrial Economy.
- The student will complete the estimating, cost accounting, and bidding sequence necessary for project job acquisition and completion.
- The student will prepare a complete cost control analysis including the ability to establish an enterprise budget, prepare cost reports, and forecast expenditures.
Technical Skills
Outcome #6 - Introduce and adapt technical expertise to a given process or product.
- The student will implement the various forms of technology necessary to complete the task of process management, utilizing the computer and electronic data processing.
- The student will create complete word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation applications for delivery on the information highway.
- The student will understand the science of materials and methods of manufacturing.
Research Skills
Outcome #7 - Perform, interpret, and explain research.
- The student will apply scientific knowledge of the mathematical, physical, and management sciences to the economic utilization of materials and forces of nature affecting operations of the industrial enterprise.
- The student will effectively communicate in this digital and information technology era.
- Students will practice techniques for developing innovative concepts and adding value to product/process.
MS Technology
Program Outcomes:
The graduate with a Master of Science degree in Technology will use the knowledge and skills obtained in the program to develop:
An Organizational Style
- Acquire advanced skills for managing complex projects including planning and implementation
- Apply organizational skills and concepts to effectively manage available resources
- Be adaptable and focused on fostering continuous growth and development
- Analyze current global systems, national interactions, and local business industry workflow
A Global Orientation
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and interact in the global environment
- Analyze and develop processes and workflows
- Demonstrate multi-cultural awareness in a global and technological society
- Understand the importance of global functional integration
- Explain the importance of contemporary, global, and societal issues as they relate to careers
Quality Systems Knowledge
- Recognize the characteristics that define quality relative to a specific discipline
- Identify, develop, and implement quality strategies
- Implement appropriate software applications for optimum quality and productivity
Technology Management Skills
- Understand scientific principles and technology relative to specialty area
- Select and implement discipline specific technology
- Develop, evaluate, and integrate technological systems to meet strategic goals
- Understand legal issues affecting the use and implementation of evolving technology
- Explain the significance of life-long learning for the purpose of enhancing discipline-specific technical competencies
Technological Ethics and Professionalism
- Develop advanced professional and personal competencies in technology
- Practice within the specific profession to meet the highest social and ethical standards
- Explain and apply the basic concepts of a supply and demand economy in an information
based society - Demonstrate knowledge of professional integrity and ethical standards
Research Skills for Innovation
- Apply advanced quantitative problem solving and decision making techniques
- Develop the ability to conduct applied experimental research
- Demonstrate integration techniques for new technologies related to a field of study
- Foster entrepreneurs through innovation, collaboration, and managed technological change
- Research foundational and developing systems and make predictions concerning emerging technologies
Program Accreditation
The Industrial Management master鈥檚 degree program is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).
