Master of Applied Science in Industrial Technology

The Master of Applied Science in Industrial Technology at Mississippi State University prepares graduates for careers in industrial management, instructional design and workforce training, and leadership roles within technical and career-focused programs.

Program Overview

This program will provide students with advanced technological skills based on topics such as data science, business analytics, smart manufacturing, systems integration, and predictive maintenance, along with traditional manufacturing knowledge of production control and lean six sigma. The program will develop students' managerial skills to effectively manage U.S. technology-intensive corporations. The Community College Leadership for Technical Programs will gain knowledge that will not only assist them in their careers but also help them transform secondary and post-secondary students into future Industrial Technologists. The Instructional Design for Technical Programs concentration will give students the knowledge to develop and critique effective learning, goal, objective, outcome development, and technologies used to benefit the learning process.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the program, the applicant must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, meet the basic requirements specified for the graduate students at Mississippi State University, demonstrate interest in the mission of advancing industrial technology and management, and demonstrate academic proficiency based on the following indicators:

• Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale upon completion of the bachelor's degree
• Purpose Statement
• Resume

Program of Study

Required Courses (30 Hours)

Concentrations

Disclaimer

Each student is responsible for knowing and completing all requirements established for his or her degree by the University, college, and department. A student′s advisor does not assume that responsibility. Any substitution, waiver, or exemption from any established departmental or college requirement or academic standard is accomplished only with the approval of the student′s academic college dean. Exceptions to University requirements, including the general education (core) requirements, are authorized only with the approval of the student′s dean and the dean of the Graduate School.

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