Master of Industrial Engineering

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Course content of the Masters programme in Industrial Engineering

A Master of Industrial Engineering deals with topics between the business and engineering sciences. The course is concerned with evaluating the development and application of technology in economic terms. During this Masters course, you apply theoretical knowledge into practical experience, for example, design new products that meet the needs of the market or use technology to reduce production costs.

Depending on the institution, there are various specialisations and you can choose to study what interests you the most. Possible subjects include product engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, or manufacturing engineering.

Generally, a Master of Industrial Engineering takes between one or two years. After the successful completion of the course, you will receive the internationally recognised degree Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Engineering (M.Eng.).

Career prospects with a Masters degree in Industrial Engineering

Having a Masters degree in Industrial Engineering, is an exciting opportunity for graduates, as the economy has need for engineers and their work can help with cost control by increasing efficiency within an organisation. This makes engineers very desirable to employers in most industries. Career fields:

• Management and Consulting
• Product Planning and Management
• Machinery and Facility construction
• Research and Development
• Public Administration

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