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Industrial Management
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High-level production developers of industrial processes
Industrial Management, Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration
Are you eager to bridge the gap between business and technology? Do you have a passion for shaping sustainable processes and advancing the energy sector? If you hold a bachelor’s degree in business administration or technology with a focus on business studies, the Industrial Management major offers a perfect pathway to elevate your career.
The major provides comprehensive expertise in key areas such as supply chain management and logistics, technology and innovation management, product and service development, and production and operations management. You will gain the skills needed to drive innovation, optimize processes, and lead in industries where technology meets business.
These studies will prepare you for specialist roles in supply chain management, logistics, innovation management, product and service development, and operational leadership and opens the door to a dynamic career where you can lead the way in creating sustainable solutions for the future. In addition, the degree provides eligibility for doctoral studies in the field of business studies.
With Industrial Management as your major, you can specialise in either Supply Chain Management and Operations Management or Technology Management and Innovations. These pathways provide the vital skills sought after by high-tech companies around the world. You can also take the IPMA certification test, and if successfully passed, use it as a proof of basic project management skills.
Courses consist of lectures, group work, projects, presentations, and final exams. The studies include both online and in-class teaching. This is a full-time on-campus programme taking place in Vaasa. Some courses are offered in hybrid mode for the final year spring to support also online participation.
The major in Industrial Management is a part of the Master's programme in Industrial Engineering and Management. The duration of studies is 2 years (120 ECTS credits).
Who can apply? How to apply?
You are eligible to apply if you have a suitable Bachelor's degree. The appropriate fields are industrial management (business degree), supply chain management, innovation and product development, operations management, project management, strategic management, business analytics, econometrics, economics, finance, international marketing, management. See the full list of eligible degrees and fields in the link below.
If you do not have one of these degrees, your background education is considered suitable if the degree includes min. 20 % of academic business studies, or at least 35 ECTS (or equivalent) of academic business studies in suitable fields have been completed outside of the degree.
Want to learn more? Read our detailed guide on how to apply. Ready to apply? Go to the Studyinfo portal during the application period to submit your application.
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