Production Engineering Management Masters - MSc

Course Overview

This course provides for advanced study in the field of Production and Engineering Management. It aims to provide managers, engineers and business specialists with key insights in to production systems which operate in a wide range of organisations. Specifically the objectives of this course are: 1. To develop production and engineering management theory at a professional level where it will also provide for a sound preparation for research or further study in the area; 2. To develop and apply key knowledge and understanding of production and engineering management theory to complex systems, both systematically and creatively, to improve production management practice; 3. To enhance independent and high level learning skills and personal development so that learners are able to work with self-direction and originality and to contribute to the discipline of Production and Engineering Management.

Assessment

With the exception of the independent research project (dissertation), all module assessment is based upon 6,000 words or equivalent. Assessment methods are designed to give students the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the programme. Students can exit at Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma levels.

Employability & Careers

It is expected that many graduates from this course will go on to obtain senior positions within a range of businesses as production and engineering managers / directors. The course provides entry on to the Research Degree programmes within the University where graduates can progress on to either our PhD of DBA (Professional Doctorate programme). Close connection with Professional Bodies such as The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) will enable students to work towards chartered status of their institution thus increasing the employability of the student.

Applicants should meet one of the following: have an honours degree (2.2 or above) in a management, engineering or business related area appropriate to the programme; have an honours degree (2.2 or above) in an alternative discipline area but who have suitable professional experience; have exceptional and extensive work experience in production, engineering, supply chain, operations or logistics management.