Technology Management Master's Program

Program Overview

The Stevens School of Business Master of Science in Technology Management prepares professionals to lead in the digital era with a unique blend of leading-edge technologies and strategic decision-making. The program focuses on the synergy of people, processes, and technology, equipping students with the skills to effectively navigate and implement advancements in technology while fostering critical thinking and a global and sustainable perspective. Through hands-on learning and industry engagement, graduates are well-rounded professionals ready to drive organizational success in technology-driven industries.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Stevens School of Business Master of Science in Technology Management (MSTM) equips professionals with the skills and knowledge to lead in the digital era. The program focuses on seamlessly integrating leading-edge technologies with strategic decision-making to maintain a competitive edge. It emphasizes the synergy of people, processes, and technology to drive sustainable, global impact.

Objectives:

• Develop global leaders who can harness the synergy of people, process, and technology.
• Equip students with the skills to effectively navigate and implement the latest advancements in technology.
• Foster well-rounded professionals who can leverage critical thinking skills to tackle complex challenges and understand the impact of technology and innovation on society through a global and sustainable lens.

Program Highlights:

• Inter-Disciplinary Humanist Approach: Offers a diverse mix of courses led by seasoned faculty and spanning various disciplines, providing a holistic understanding of how technology intersects with business activities and industries.
• Industry Speakers and Alumni Mentors: Students engage with industry experts who provide real-world insights, trends, and best practices on contemporary topics.
• Hands-On Learning: Students participate in a capstone project that allows them to apply their lessons to one tech solution in a holistic way that simulates real-world scenarios.
They also participate in the Leadership Lab at United States Military Academy at West Point, honing their essential leadership skills.
• Career Coaching: Access to personalized career coaching and guidance supports students in exploring career paths, refining resumes, preparing for interviews, and more.
• Fast-Track Your Career Without Disrupting It: Designed for working professionals, the program offers a convenient scheduling model and opportunities to apply lessons learned in the classroom to workplace situations in real time.

Outline:

Content:

The MSTM program seamlessly blends knowledge of new technologies with strategic management and a human-centered leadership approach to help professionals drive organizational success.

Structure:

The program is a part-time program specifically designed for mid- to senior-level professionals. It is taken in cohort fashion, meaning each class of students goes through the courses together. This allows for shared experiences from the workplace to shape learning and encourages deep connections between professionals.

Course Schedule:

Year One

• Fall:
• EMT 740 Team Leadership Development in Technological Organizations
• BIA 668 Management of AI Technologies
• MGT 664 Marketing of Technology
• MIS 710 Process Innovation and Management
• Spring:
• EMT 524 Financial and Managerial Accounting
• MIS 645 Cyber Security Principles
• MGT 670 Management of Operations
• MGT 625 Introduction to ESG
• Summer:
• EMT 696 Design Thinking
• BIA 664 Management of Big Data

Year Two

• Fall:
• EMT 750 MSTM Technology Management Capstone Project

Individual Modules:

• EMT 740 Team Leadership Development in Technological Organizations: This course focuses on understanding the interplay of group, inter-group, and organizational factors on the performance of multifunctional teams in technology-based organizations.
• BIA 668 Management of AI Technologies: This course surveys applications of artificial intelligence to business and technology in the digital era, including autonomous transportation, fraud detection, machine translation, meeting scheduling, and face recognition.
• MGT 664 Marketing of Technology: This course aims to equip students with the skills to market and sell technology products in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
• MIS 710 Process Innovation and Management: This course focuses on the role of Information Technology (IT) in reengineering and enhancing key business processes.
• EMT 524 Financial and Managerial Accounting: This course presents concepts regarding the collection, processing, and reporting of financial information in a technology-based business.
• MGT 670 Management of Operations: This course familiarizes students with techniques used by organizations to support their fundamental task of producing goods and services.
• MGT 625 Introduction to ESG: These seminars introduce students to contemporary issues of sustainability, ethics, corporate governance, and critical thinking.
• EMT 696 Design Thinking: This course deals with the theory and methods associated with design thinking, a problem-solving protocol that spurs innovation and solves complex problems.
• BIA 664 Management of Big Data: This course is designed to explain and demystify big data in non-technical terms.

Teaching:

• Faculty: Faculty in this program are particularly distinguished for their corporate experience, and their insights from research and the workplace will prepare you for the challenges of leadership in the digital age.
• Unique Approaches: The program emphasizes hands-on learning through capstone projects and the Leadership Lab at West Point.
It also incorporates industry speakers and alumni mentors to provide real-world insights and guidance.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Mid-career manager aspiring to strategic leadership
• Seasoned executive transitioning to digital transformation
• Management consultant seeking to leverage innovative solutions
• Opportunities: The program equips students with the skills and knowledge to lead in the digital era, opening doors to various career opportunities in technology-driven industries.
• Outcomes: After completing the program, most students continue for another year to earn an Executive MBA (EMBA), which offers a more comprehensive examination of leadership topics.

Other:

• The program is designed for part-time students with significant work experience who are able to attend classes on campus every other Saturday.
• The degree takes less than two years to complete.
• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
• Students can start the program in the spring or summer semesters, but it is strongly recommended that you enroll in the fall to be fully immersed in the program's unique cohort experience.
• The program is taught at a university that has understood the integration of humanity and technology for more than a century.
• The cohort experience is continued for students who go on to the EMBA program for an additional year.