Master in Industrial and Management Engineering

The Industrial and Management Engineering master aims to provide skills to its students in order to prepare them to plan and manage complex systems with strong interactions between human, financial, organizational, and technological variables. Therefore, the course intends to provide students with a solid education which is necessary for a successful integration in the labor market. The course also aims to offer an in-depth scientific basis in the field of Industrial and Management Engineering, providing students with the necessary qualifications to pursue higher studies degrees like a PhD.

General Objectives of the Course

The main objective of the course is to provide students with the skills to apply current principles of Industrial Engineering to solve complex real-world problems and overcome challenges facing themselves, their organizations, and the community.

Admission Requirements

All students with a Bachelor in EGI have access to the Master in Industrial Engineering and Management guaranteed. Students with other bachelor degrees in engineering or management can also be candidates to the Master in Industrial Engineering and Management.

Professional Goals

Industrial Engineering and Management academic training is the translation into a degree course of the emerging professional figure of the engineer-manager. This new figure evolved naturally thanks to the needs of the industrialized world. His role is to plan and manage complex systems where there is a strong interaction between technical, economic, and organizational variables, with an emphasis on efficiency, productivity, and quality.

Mode of Study

Full-time attendance

Teaching / Evaluation Language

Portuguese

Examination Regulations, Assessment, and Grading

As assessment is a pedagogical activity inseparable from the teaching process, its aim is to establish the students' skills and training, their critical sense, ability to recognize and resolve problems, as well as their written and oral presentation skills. Students may only register for exams for classes they are currently registered for under the terms of number 6 of article 4 of the University of Coimbra Pedagogical Policy.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

The main expected student outcomes during their course are:

• An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and industrial engineering
• An ability to analyze and interpret data
• An ability to design a system or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, ethical, productivity, and sustainability
• An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
• An ability to communicate effectively
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning

Course Coordinator(s)

Luís Miguel Domingues Fernandes Ferreira

ECTS Departmental Coordinator(s)

• Telmo Miguel Pires Pinto
• Vanessa Sofia Melo Magalhães

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

The legal framework for the qualification is established by the decrees: Decree-Law no 74/2006, de 24th March, amended and republished by the decree: DL no 107/2008, 25th June; ordinance no 782/2009, 23rd July.

Graduation Requirements

Public defense of a dissertation

Access to Further Studies

Students possessing the MSc degree can access a 3rd study cycle, conducing to a PhD degree in engineering or management.

Study Programme

• Industrial and Management Engineering

Academic Year

Change year

Course Type

2nd Cycle Studies - Continuity Master Programme

DGES Code

9420

Qualification Awarded

Master in Industrial and Management Engineering

Duration

4 Semester(s)

ECTS Credits

120.0

Category

Continuity second cycle

Accreditations

Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior

• Direcção Geral de Ensino Superior
• Nº Registo: R/A-Ef 1566/2011/AL01

Calendar

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• 2nd Semester:
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Universidade de Coimbra

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Overview:

Universidade de Coimbra is a public research university located in Coimbra, Portugal. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, with a rich history dating back to 1290. The university is renowned for its academic excellence, particularly in the fields of law, medicine, and humanities.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

The university offers a vibrant campus life with a wide range of cultural and sporting activities. Students can participate in the university's theater, music, and dance programs, as well as its sports teams. The university also has a number of student clubs and organizations.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

Historical Significance:

Universidade de Coimbra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering students a unique opportunity to study in a historic and culturally rich environment.

Academic Excellence:

The university is consistently ranked among the top universities in Portugal and internationally, offering high-quality academic programs.

International Reputation:

Universidade de Coimbra has a strong international reputation, attracting students and faculty from around the world.

Research Opportunities:

The university is a leading research institution, providing students with opportunities to participate in cutting-edge research projects.

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Academic Programs:

Universidade de Coimbra offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:

• Undergraduate Studies:

  • Licenciaturas (Bachelor's degrees)
  • Mestrados integrados (Integrated Master's degrees)

• Postgraduate Studies:

  • Mestrados (Master's degrees)
  • Doutoramentos (Doctoral degrees)

• Other Courses:

  • Ensino a distância (Distance learning)
  • Cursos preparatórios (Preparatory courses)
  • Aprender português (Portuguese language courses)

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Other:

The university has three campuses, 16 libraries, two museums, one theater, two stadiums, one botanic garden, 14 residences, and 18 canteens and cafeterias. It also has a strong commitment to sustainability, with initiatives such as solar panels and waste sorting programs.