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Master of Science In Industrial Management
Dr. Randall Shaw, Graduate Coordinator and School Dean
573-651-5907, E-mail: rshaw@semovm.semo.edu
Program Objectives
The Master of Science in Industrial Management is designed to serve students who have completed bachelor degrees in industrial/engineering technology or related disciplines. The program is designed to serve technical managers, production supervisors, engineers, technicians, and related types of individuals who wish to study full-time or part-time to prepare for or enhance their leadership positions in industry and related enterprises. Program emphasis is on technical management, improving productivity, and problem-solving. Graduates will be expected to use information systems to communicate effectively, process information, and assess data to solve problems in industry. They will be prepared to evaluate the performance of technical systems and interpret the significance of data pertaining to product quality and reliability. They will become familiar with contemporary issues relating to people and technology in competitive world-class markets and will be able to identify and apply techniques for organizing resources to enhance productivity and accomplish objectives in a cost-efficient and timely manner. Graduates will serve as effective leaders, supervisors, and managers in technical enterprises.
The Industrial Management program is designed to:
- Develop advanced competencies needed by technical managers, supervisors, and related positions in world-class industries and related enterprises.
- Broaden the career potential of individuals through the ability to implement systems, increase productivity, and improve product quality.
- Develop a broad perspective needed for those employed in, or aspiring to, positions of responsibility in industry.
Admission
For consideration, applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in industrial/engineering technology, engineering, industrial/technical education, or related field with coursework or significant background in industrial safety, quality control, and supervision. Applicants with other degrees, who with a portfolio can verify a record of successful industrial experience as a technical manager, can be admitted after completing IM211, IM311, IM419 (or equivalents) and one of the following: IM313, IM315, IM411, or IM417 (or equivalent). Course titles and descriptions are available in the Southeast Undergraduate Bulletin or on the Department's web page at http://www4.semo.edu/iet/ms.html
Consideration for regular admission is based on an undergraduate grade point average of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale or having completed nine or more semester hours of graduate work at an accredited institution with grade point average of at least 3.3 on a 4.0 scale. The department graduate faculty reserve the right to require candidates to have at least a 50th percentile composite score on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT).
Students who do not meet the grade point average or GRE/GMAT requirements may be conditionally admitted and allowed to complete only nine graduate semester hours. Upon completion of the nine semester hours at Southeast, the student must have a grade point average of 3.33 on a 4.0 scale to be considered for full admission to the program.
International students who wish to be considered for admission to the program must submit all original documentation, a $20 evaluation fee, a TOEFL score of 550 or better, and a financial statement indicating funds available per year. The deadlines for the materials to be received are Fall semester-April 1; Spring semester-September 1; Summer semester-February 1.
Program Requirements
Students in the program must maintain and finish with a graduate GPA of 3.0 with no grade lower than a "C." Students not meeting these requirements are subject to dismissal after a probationary period. The length of the probationary period will be determined by the faculty advisor and Graduate Coordinator. Students are expected to complete at least six hours per year. Students not meeting this requirement are subject to dismissal. Students are expected to complete the program in a maximum of six years from the date of the first course taken or accepted for the program (including transfer courses). Courses over six years old will need to be repeated or substitutions made.
Students are expected to file an Application for Candidacy prior to enrolling in the last 16 hours of the program. Individuals seeking candidacy must have completed GR691 and at least two of the following: IM601, IM602, IM603, IM604, IM605, or IM606.
Students have a choice of writing a thesis (IM694) and taking oral exams, or writing a non-thesis paper (IM693) and writing comprehensive exams. For written or oral assessment, students must enroll in GR698 or GR699 during their last semester with no fee unless they are not enrolled in regular coursework.
The Master of Science in Industrial Management is obtained by completing a minimum of 36 semester hours of graduate level work including a three semester hour applied research project or thesis. The program contains a core of 24 semester hours and students select one of four focus areas: Technical, Industrial Environment and Health Safety, Training and Development, or Customized. Each focus area contains 12 semester hours that will be selected to meet the specific needs of individual students.
Core Course Requirements
Other Requirements
Select 12 hours from one focus area
Technical Focus
Industrial Environment and Health Safety
Select 12 hours from:
Training and Development
Customized
A program developed to meet individual career needs of the student.
Course Descriptions
IM502: Problems in Industrial and Engineering Technology
Study of special concerns. (1 credit hour)
IM504: Problems in Industrial and Engineering Technology
Study of special concerns. (2 credit hours)
IM506: Problems in Industrial and Engineering Technology
Study of special concerns. (3 credit hours)
IM581/681: Independent Study in Industrial and Engineering Technology
Individualized independent investigation in laboratory and informational content. (1 credit hour)
IM583/683: Independent Study in Industrial and Engineering Technology
Individualized independent investigation in laboratory and informational content. (2 credit hours)
IM585/685: Independent Study in Industrial and Engineering Technology
Individualized independent investigation in laboratory and informational content. (3 credit hours)
IM601: Industrial Safety and Ergonomics
This course will examine the role and importance of management in producing and maintaining a safe workplace environment. Topics covered will include the role of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in industry and business, OSHA inspections, regulations, and required documentation and legal and ethical issues regarding safety issues. (3 credit hours) Prerequisite(s): Graduate students status or permission of instructor.
IM602: Advanced Quality Concepts
The role(s) and application of quality concepts to modern industrial organizations. The design, development and application of a quality system and its' impact on organizational productivity, culture, and employee roles will be covered. (3 credit hours)
IM603: Industrial Supervision in a Diverse Workplace
The role(s) and knowledge required for managers to effectively supervise, interact, communicate, and motivate employees of various demographics in current work environments. (3 credit hours)
A variety of topics will be covered related to facilities and their management. These include: project management, facility planning, maintenance, energy management, cost estimating, accounting, preventative maintenance, and others. (3 credit hours)
This course is aimed at preparing students for careers in industry. A team of students will identify and develop solutions to practical problems or market needs. Students will develop creative problem solving abilities and other skills necessary for innovative thought and innovation. (3 credit hours) Prerequisite(s): Graduate students status, IM 602 or permission of instructor.
The goal of the course is to prepare students to become familiar with the current theories, practices, tolls and techniques in knowledge management (KM) organizations. In addition, students will learn to determine the infrastructure requirements to manage the intellectual capital in organizations. (3 credit hours)
IM693: Applied Research Project
Designed to develop an understanding of the process by which industrial supervisors respond to problems. Integrates research skills and professional practices and provides an opportunity to apply current research to an identified problem. (3 credit hours)
IM694: Thesis (3 credit hours)
Electronics and Computer Technology (ET)
A study of basic knowledge, physical layer, data link layer, network layer, transport layer, transport control protocol/internet protocol fundamentals, remote connectivity and security of networks. This course will also focus on implementing the installation of a network, administering the network, maintaining and supporting the network, identifying, assessing and responding to problems, and troubleshooting the network. (3 credit hours) Prerequisite(s): ET 364/PH 305 or permission of instructor.
ET564: Telecommunications and Networking II
A study of technical topics related to managing telecommunications and the internet. Projects and exercises will complement conceptual coverage to provide a real-world context. Implementation strategies will be analyzed using examples of successful implementations. (3 credit hours) Prerequisite(s): ET 462/ET 562.
A study of process controls fundamentals (Proportional Integral, Proportional Derivate, Proportional, Integral, and Derivate), sensors, transducers, actuators, and distributed controls, and their industrial/commercial applications using programmable controllers. (3 credit hours) Prerequisite(s): ET 192 & ET 365 or permission of instructor.
A study of energy auditing, rate structures, economic evaluation techniques, lighting efficiency improvement, HVAC optimization, combustion and use of industrial waste, steam generation and distribution system performance, Distributed Digital Control systems, process energy management, and maintenance considerations. (3 credit hours) Prerequisite(s): ET 365 & computer skills or permission of instructor.
IE592: Selection and Organization of Subject Matter
Study of terminology and philosophy of career and technical education; objectives, analysis for manipulative and informational units, projects, exercises, experiments, production jobs, demonstrations, textbooks, job, operation, assignment and information sheets, teaching aids, evaluations, progress charts, performance tests, master teaching plan, instructional guides and courses of study. (3 credit hours)
IE593: Principles of Teaching Career and Technical Subjects
A career and technical teacher-training course designed to serve trade, technical and health teachers. Designed to give practical and substantial assistance to instructors through the study of the most useful methods, basic principles, and techniques for teaching. (3 credit hours)
IE594: Guidance in Career & Technical Education
Problems, methods, and procedures involved in assisting individuals to choose, prepare for, enter upon and become adjusted in their vocations. Designed for teachers and counselors, employment service personnel, and others. (3 credit hours)
IE595: Teaching Adults in Career and Technical Education
Definition, importance, concepts, problems and movement with characteristics, interests, and abilities of adults. Techniques of overcoming problem areas, methods of conducting classes, and role of school system in an adult career and technical education program. (3 credit hours)
IE596: Philosophy of Career and Technical Education
Introduction to the foundations of career and technical education including history, philosophy, definitions, state plan, handbook, certification, re-certification, occupational surveys, safety programs, career education, area vocational-technical schools, co-op education, apprenticeships, related instruction, state department evaluations, accountability, follow-up studies, advisory committees, facilities, funding and federal acts. (3 credit hours)
IE597: Coordination of Cooperative Education
Organization and operation of cooperative programs, including advisory committees, classroom, development of training stations, methods of instruction and student organizations. (3 credit hours)
IE613: Introduction to Career & Technical Administration
Study of topics critical to beginning career and technical administrators. Topics to include organization, rules and regulations, state forms, budgeting, planning, evaluation of programs and teachers, and public relations. (3 credit hours)
IE699: Topics in Career & Technical Administration
In conjunction with the Missouri Council of Vocational Administrators Leadership Development Academy, provide instruction on topics relevant to the field. (1 credit hour)
Manufacturing and Engineering Technology (MN)
MN512: Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Provides students an opportunity to study the integration of robots, CNC, CAD/CAM, databases, and automated systems into the manufacturing environment. Prerequisites: MN354; MN356 or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
This is a course involving all of the student's previous coursework in an interdisciplinary format. The course will cover the use of Mathematics, Physics, Product Design, Management, Materials, and Processes, to solve common industrial problems. (3 credit hours)
Environmental Science (EV)-College of Science and Mathematics
Introduction to the factors influencing occupational incidents and the adverse interactions of environmental and occupational chemical/physical agents with humans. Prerequisite(s): Any BI or BS Living Systems course and CH181 or CH185. (3 credit hours)
EV654: Risk Assessment Applications
Introduction to concepts, terminology, methods, and applications of qualitative and quantitative health and ecological risk assessment and risk communication. Prerequisite(s): Any BI or BS Living Systems course and CH181 or CH185. (3 credit hours)
The study of chemical and physical hazards in the occupational environment and the methods used for their evaluation and control. (3 credit hours) Prerequisite(s): BI 200, CH 186 & MA 134
EV660: Introduction to Toxicology
Introduction to the fundamental principles of toxicology, toxic agents, toxicity testing, mechanisms of toxicity, toxic effects, sources of exposure and applications of toxicology. (3 credit hours) Prerequisite(s): BI 200, ZO 200 & CH 186.
EV661: Business Strategies for Corporate Environmental Management
Exploration of the importance and effects of environmental leadership in establishing management strategies for national and international businesses. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the MBA program; CH181 or CH18 and MA134 or permission of instructor.
EV551: Hazardous Material Assessments
Introduction to the performance of investigative and remedial activities at hazardous waste sites. Three-hour lecture and one mandatory field exercise. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: CH185, CH186, EV/BI455/655 or permission of instructor.
See "Graduate Course Listings" for a complete list of graduate courses and descriptions.
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