Uppsala University

Overview

The Master's Programme in Industrial Management and Innovation at Uppsala University equips you with the skills needed to spearhead innovation in technology-driven organizations. This program emphasizes the integration of technical advancements with business strategies, organizational design, and hands-on project execution.

A notable aspect of this program is its strong connection to both industry and research, offering a comprehensive education that encompasses technical, societal, and economic facets of innovation.

• Level: Master’s (second-cycle)
• Institution: Uppsala University
• Credits: 120 ECTS
• Duration: 2 years (full-time)
• Delivery: On-campus (Sweden)
• Language of instruction: English
• Application: Submit via the university’s application portal
• Tuition fees: May apply to non-EU/EEA students (check Uppsala University fee information for your category)

What you'll study

The program is structured around courses focusing on industrial management and innovation, featuring a strong practical orientation. Students will engage in core subjects and apply their learning through project-based work.

• Industrial Project Management
• Industrial Management
• Industrial Strategy and Organisation
• Organising Knowledge-Intensive Work
• Logistics Systems Modelling and Optimisation

Project and applied learning: The program incorporates industrial project work where students apply management and innovation methodologies to real-world challenges. This may culminate in a final project or thesis component.

Study plan: Course offerings and sequencing may vary. Students will follow an individualized study plan developed in consultation with the program coordinator.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for this program, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen from a recognized university, with a primary focus in engineering or technology.

Additionally, applicants are required to have 20 credits in mathematics (or equivalent knowledge).

Selection criteria include:

• An overall assessment of the quantity and quality of previous university studies
• A statement of purpose (approximately 1 page)

GRE/GMAT/GPA scores are not mandated for this program.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Master's Programme in Industrial Management and Innovation are well-prepared for a variety of career paths in both the private and public sectors. They are equipped to take on leadership roles in innovation management, project management, and strategic development within technology-intensive organizations. The skills gained through this program enable graduates to effectively navigate and contribute to the evolving landscape of industrial management and innovation.

Upon completion of the program, students may also have the opportunity to apply for a residence permit to work in Sweden, depending on their specific circumstances and the nature of the program completed.