engineering.tuwien.ac.at Engineering Management Postgraduate MSc Program Master of Science (MSc) 3 semesters, part-time
Engineering Management Your key to the top engineering league This part-time MSc Program is tailor-made for Europe s small and medium-sized enterprises facing a growing and increasingly competitive market. It is designed to prepare graduates from technical and economic universities for leadership roles in technical, corporate and national affairs. This program will also be especially valuable for individuals who have already started management careers. In future technicians, lawyers and managers will be specialists not only in their fi eld of expertise but also the respective complementary fields such as marketing, business management, law and engineering. In areas where economists, lawyers and engineers work together on the same level, either at the top of small and medium-sized companies or in units of big companies, a well qualifi ed engineering manager provides expertise and solutions to bridge existing interfacial gaps. This MSc Program offers graduates from engineering schools the chance to extend and deepen their knowledge of economic and legal issues as well as it provides education in technical sciences for business managers and legal experts. Your benefits This outstanding MSc Program provides you with the knowledge, that is necessary for the efficient and successful management of small and mediumsized enterprises. Graduates will receive an internationally recognized degree: Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering Management granted by the Vienna University of Technology. You will be taught by a top international faculty from Europe and the USA. This postgraduate MSc Program Engineering Management is unique in Europe. It is tailor-made for the demands and needs of companies in Austria and the European Union. All lectures are held in English. The program consists of 13 weekend modules (36 h lectures), from Friday morning till Tuesday noon every 3 to 6 weeks. Technology for People Developing Scientific Excellence and Enhancing Comprehensive Competence The located in the heart of Europe and Vienna is the largest Austrian institution in research and education within the areas of technology and natural sciences. Even though the beginnings of TU Vienna reach back as far as 190 years research, teaching, and learning are state-ofthe-art. The program combines professional training with international managerial skills. Its well balanced content, additionally intensified by an international faculty offers subjects and practice in advanced technologies as well as economic and financial topics. Dr. Boris Nemsic CEO Telekom Austria Group & CEO mobilkom austria
Ihr Kick-off zur Your key to the top engineering league Karriere im Wirtschaftsleben In the European industry there is a strong demand for interdisciplinary educated people with knowledge in technology as well as in business subjects. This postgraduate program is really international because of the lecturers and covers all the important areas like IT, production, TQM, logistics, marketing, accounting, and law. Mag. Brigitte Ederer CEO Siemens AG Austria
Curriculum Probability and Statistics Statistical Concepts Regression Analysis Applied Statistics Design of Experiments Statistics in Technology Business and Management Production Systems Production Systems Production Automation Design and Implementation of Production Systems Productivity Maintenance Systems Engineering Introduction to Systems Tools for Systems Analysis Design for Reliability Producibility, Maintainability and Manufacturability Systems Engineering Management MODULE 1 Production Management Project Management & Logistics Project Manager Project Team Planning and Strategies Conflicts Communication Negotiating, Decision Making and Problem Solving Technology Automation Metrology EoL Management Micro-, Nano- & Femtosystems Technologies for SME`s Trends in Technology Company visits Selected companies of different sizes will be visited to verify the theoretical management skills. MODULE 2 Engineering Informatics Computing Mainframes - PCs Computer (PC) Hardware Operating Systems Programming Languages Software Engineering Standard Software Packages Selection of a Computer System IT & Production Fundamentals Bus Systems Internet Local Area Networks LANs Mobile Communication: GSM, UMTS, Wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth CIM and IMS-Systems Simulation Costs and Reliability Accounting Cost Data for Decision Making Statement of Cash Flows Financial Statement Analysis Quality Costs & Reports Computerized Accounting Systems Financing Financial Management Forecasting & Planning Replacement Decisions Liability Management Working Capital Management International Financial Management Analysis for Financial Management Marketing Marketing Environment Ethics and Social Responsibility Consumer Buying Behaviour Channels and Physical Distribution Advertising and Publicity Pricing Decisions International Marketing Operations Management Production and Operations Management Productivity, Competitiveness and Strategy Quality Management Forecasting Design of Production Systems, Operating and Controlling Management Information Systems Systems and Information Based Concepts Computer Based Information Systems Supply Chain Integration Systems e-business e-markets MODULE 3 Business Management International Law EU and International Law Contracting Licensing The Role of the Lawyer in a Company Company Law Mergers and Acquisitions Methods of Payment Human Factors Business and Engineering Communication Creativity and Learning Skills Ethics in Engineering Presentations MODULE 4 Master Thesis The Master Thesis is a practically orientated study that will according to scientific criteria enhance the participant s skills in the field of the subject. Subject to modification I have recognized that leadership is demanded and thus must be promoted under continuously changing conditions. An excellent interdisciplinary education is a prerequisite of the innovative capacity of a country. Prof. Wook Hyun Kwon Seoul National University, IFAC President & Vice-President of the Korean Academy of Sciences & Technology
Program Objectives/Goals In order to succeed and proceed to higher management positions the combination of technical and economic knowledge is gaining importance. Experience with legal issues is an additionally sought after asset. This proofs that there is an increasing demand for employees with special knowledge in engineering, business management, marketing and jurisprudence. Admission Requirements Admitted individuals must either hold an academic degree in related subjects or other qualification which can be regarded as an equivalent thereof, i.e. activities similar to those of a university graduate or relevant professional experience. Final Degree The MSc Program is concluded by writing a master thesis. Achievement of the final degree Master of Science (MSc) granted by the Vienna University of Technology. Target Groups The target group mainly comprises persons with a basis knowledge of engineering who work at the gateway between industrial economics and technology and those who want to operate in this area in the future. Engineering and other technology graduates who aspire to management positions. Language of Instruction English Duration The part-time postgraduate MSc Program is divided in 4 modules and scheduled in 13 tracks in three semesters. Established engineers working in the industry and faced with the challenge of new areas of responsibility following promotion to management positions. Graduates with no special technology who have technical knowledge and skills but need to broaden their experience and update their expertise. Faculty Internationally distinguished experts are members of this highly acclaimed faculty, either through their sound interdisciplinary scientific knowledge or their extensive practical experience in the field of engineering management. Persons with scientific, technological or appropriate business backgrounds, working in advisory and consultancy roles, who need to familiarize themselves with engineering management principles and practices. The aim of this MSc Program is to enable engineering managers to widen their knowledge and understanding of a range of current and developing engineering management issues and to develop an advanced understanding of management principles and practices in connection with developing and implementing engineering projects. Univ.Prof.Dr.Dr.h.c.mult. Peter Kopacek Academic Director,
MSc Program Engineering Management Class 2007 2008 Program Start September 28, 2007 Location The MSc Program will be held at the Vienna University of Technology. Duration and Time Schedule The part-time program is divided in 13 weekend tracks including excursions and takes three semesters. Lectures are held every 3 to 6 weeks from Friday morning till Tuesday noon. FIRST SEMESTER SECOND SEMESTER THIRD SEMESTER Track I Fri September 28, 2007 till Tue October 2, 2007 Track II Fri October 26, 2007 till Tue October 30, 2007 Track III Fri November 30, 2007 till Tue December 4, 2007 Track IV Fri January 11, 2008 till Tue January 15, 2008 Track V Fri February 1, 2008 till Tue February 5, 2008 Track VI Fri February 29, 2008 till Tue March 4, 2008 Track VII Fri April 4, 2008 till Tue April 8, 2008 Track VIII Fri April 25, 2008 till Tue April 29, 2008 Track IX Fri May 30, 2008 till Tue June 3, 2008 Track X Fri July 4, 2008 till Tue July 8, 2008 Track XI Fri August 22, 2008 till Tue August 26, 2008 Track XII Fri September 26, 2008 till Tue September 30, 2008 Track XIII Fri October 17, 2008 till Tue October 21, 2008 Master Thesis The Master Thesis should be finished latest by November 14, 2008 Graduation December 11, 2008 5.00 pm Subject to modification Your key to the top engineering league
Tuition Fee The tuition fee for the MSc Program is EUR 19,500 (excluding travel expenses and cost of room and board). Info Sessions Info Sessions are held to present the MSc Program, to discuss its contents as well as all organizational matters. April 25, 2007 6.00 pm June 21, 2007 6.00 pm Registration: engineering@tuwien.ac.at Admission/Application Application Deadline: July 31, 2007 Admission Days: July 4, 2007 July 30, 2007 August 22, 2007 Applicants are kindly requested to block these dates on their calendars for their individual interview (duration approximately 30 minutes). Download of the application form is available on our website. Faculty Prof. Mohammed S. Bazaz Oakland University (Michigan) Prof. Mukesh Bhargava Oakland University (Michigan) Prof. Patrick E. Dessert Oakland University (Michigan) Dr. Edmond Hajrizi University for Business and Technology Prishtina Dr. Man-Wook Han, MSc (OU) Vienna University of Technology Prof.Dr. Emil Hierhold Consultant Dr. Lothar Hofmann, LL.M. Attorney at Law Dipl.-Ing. Heinz Holzinger, MSc (OU) SG Industrie-Informatik Systeme GmbH Dr. Bernd Kopacek, MSc (OU) Austrian Society for Systems Engineering and Automation Univ.Prof.Dr.Dr.h.c.mult. Peter Kopacek Vienna University of Technology Univ.Prof.Dr. Kurt Matyas Univ.Prof.Dr.Dr.h.c.mult. Peter Herbert Osanna Vienna University of Technology Mag.Dr. Erhard Prantz Kronotec Consulting GmbH Dr. Bernhard Putz Mag. Alexandra Rommens, MSc (OU) Siemens AG Dipl.-Ing. Alexander Scheidl, MSc (OU) ACP Enterprise GmbH Univ.Prof.em.Dr.Dr.E.h. Günther Schmidt University of Technology Munich Prof. Sankar Sengupta Oakland University (Michigan) Prof. Manuchehr Shahrokhi California State University Prof. Christian Wagner Oakland University (Michigan) Dr. Larry Stapleton Waterford Institute of Technology Prof. Terry Wharton Oakland University (Michigan) Dr. Markus Würzl Austrian Society for System Engineering and Automation This represents a selection of the faculty. Please submit your application to Continuing Education Center Operngasse 11/017 A-1040 Vienna FURTHER INFORMATION/CONTACT Continuing Education Center Dr. Man-Wook Han Operngasse 11/017 A-1040 Vienna Phone +43/(0)1/58801-41701 Fax +43/(0)1/58801-41799 E-mail engineering@tuwien.ac.at http://engineering.tuwien.ac.at
Continuing Education Center Operngasse 11/017 A-1040 Vienna Phone +43/(0)1/58801-41701 Fax +43/(0)1/58801-41799 E-mail office@cec.tuwien.ac.at http://cec.tuwien.ac.at Continuing Education Center, TU Vienna Status: March 2007