Technical program management
Master of Science
Lead the innovations of tomorrow
Industry technical professionals are charged with providing effective planning, selection, implementation and management of technology in today’s fast-paced, global marketplace. In this program, you will prepare to fulfill this important role in business, industry or government. Learn practical strategies and concepts in business, project management, process improvement, leadership of technical teams and much more.
You can tailor your studies to your interests and career goals. Focus areas include areas like industrial project management, process improvement, product development, innovation and safety.
Overview
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Bridge the gap between technology and business
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
- Want to conduct research in the field
- Are a creative problem solver
- Work well independently and as part of a team
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,838 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Regulatory Affairs Managers • Compliance Managers • Loss Prevention Managers
$48,420 - Computer and Information Systems Managers
$120,119 - Computer User Support Specialists
$42,900 - GIS Technicians • Computer Systems Engineers/Architects • Information Technology Project Managers
$61,877 - Network and Computer Systems Administrators
$64,595
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.
For information on FAFSA deadlines, financial aid types and eligibility requirements, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
Plan ahead—estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Clubs
Our college offers 20+ clubs and organizations tied to international and national engineering organizations, including national competition teams.
Learn about clubs related to your major:
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Humanitarian Engineering Corps (HEC)
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- Robotics Club
- Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
- Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
- Tau Beta Pi - Engineering Honor Society (TBP)
- Vandal Atmospheric Science Team (VAST)
Application information
All applicants must meet the following admission requirements:
- Education level: Bachelor's
- GPA: 3.0
- GRE: No
- TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5
- Number of references: 1
- Letter of recommendation: One letter of recommendation preferably from a current or former employer.
- Other requirement: Student must have a Bachelor of Science in a technical field or a bachelor’s degree and three years' experience in a technology-related work environment.
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.