Program Overview

MS in Product Design

The MS in Product Design offers students a unique cross-disciplinary education cutting across multiple engineering disciplines in a world-class research and innovation-based environment. The 30-credit, 1-year program will not only build fundamentals in formulation-based product design through core technical courses but will complement it with building key skills and competencies in innovation management and entrepreneurship, all of which are critical for product engineers. In addition to core competencies, the program will allow students to specialize in an industry sector of their choice through the flexibility of the broad industry-specific concentration areas.

Noteworthy

• Students will learn technical skills in formulation and product science, coupled with skills development in innovation, project management, and entrepreneurship.
• The program is led by experienced faculty, including Professor Samiul Amin, Professor of Professional Practice, Department of Chemical, Environmental, and Materials Engineering.

Mission Statement

• Provide high-quality graduate education in fundamentals of formulation-based product design, innovation management, and entrepreneurship, and in industry-specific technical knowledge. This will prepare graduates for wide-ranging professional careers and leadership roles.
• Conduct high-quality applied research with industry guidance to advance the current body of knowledge in complex product design.
• Serve the formulated product industries and engineering profession as a Center of Excellence for Product Innovation and Design through active engagement with industry, professional bodies, and through contribution of professional expertise.

Program Goals

• Produce graduates with advanced knowledge in soft matter, colloidal systems, biomaterials, and industry-specific knowledge.
• Produce graduates with advanced knowledge in innovation, innovation management, and entrepreneurship.
• Produce graduates with the potential to make significant contributions to product innovation across multiple industrial sectors.

Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate an advanced knowledge of both formulation principles and innovation management.
• Students will demonstrate an advanced ability to identify, formulate, and solve product design and product engineering problems to carry out supervised research.
• Students will demonstrate an advanced ability to generate technical and business strategy contributions and effectively communicate that to the industrial R&D and scientific community.

Program Details

For detailed information about the program, including course lists and academic requirements, please refer to the Academic Bulletin. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in product design and innovation.

Program Concentrations

The program allows students to specialize in industry-specific concentration areas, providing flexibility and depth in their chosen field of study.

Resources

• Academic Bulletin: Provides detailed information about the program, including course requirements and academic policies.
• University Resources: Offers support for students, including academic advising, career services, and research opportunities.