Engineering Management (EMGT)

EMGT 530, LEAN FOR ENGINEERING MANAGERS, 4 Credits

Explores lean concepts. Identifies areas of application in complex environments. Evaluates application of lean principles for effectiveness. Examines the role of management in a successful lean implementation.

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EMGT 560, ELEVATING PROBLEM-SOLVING TO DRIVE CHANGE, 3 Credits

Positions technical experts, engineers, and scientists as agents of change. Examines the process of moving beyond the technical solution to identifying the connection to the bigger system. Explores best practices for identifying opportunities, analyzing data, and designing unique approaches to effectively communicate insights and meaning to align stakeholders.

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EMGT 595, ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT CAPSTONE, 3 Credits

Identifies critical problems and applies appropriate solutions to a real-world or simulated situation. Integrates project management skills, basic management knowledge, and engineering economic analysis. Emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking, innovative application of curriculum knowledge, ethical considerations, and written and oral communication skills.

Prerequisite: IE 571 with B or better and IE 582 [B] and IE 583 [B]