Program Description
The goal of the program is to develop successful leaders in today’s organization. Our graduates know how to think strategically about leading people in a diverse environment, make sound ethical decisions, and utilize technology to provide a strategic advantage at an appropriate level of risk. In addition, our graduates are prepared to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
The Technology Management program is built around a core set of six courses that provide the foundational knowledge in leadership, communications, ethics and project management. The core courses are supplemented with technically-oriented courses in entrepreneurship, international project management, and organizational leadership. Students can also earn certificates in systems engineering, and cyber security along with the Masters degree.
M.P.S.
Department: College of Engineering and Information Technology (Office of the Dean)
Part-Time or Full-Time: Full-time, Part-Time
Online or On Campus: On Campus
Admissions Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in a science, technology, engineering, mathematics related field. GRE scores are not required for admission. Applicants should have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants should have at least two years experience in a technical field. English proficiency testing (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE) is required for international applicants.
Application Requirements:
- A 3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale.
- Statement outlining the student’s goals and expectations in the program
- Current resume
- Recommendation letters (optional)
- Official transcript(s) from each college & university attended
- GRE is not required
Additional International Requirements and Deadlines
Term of Admission: Fall and Spring
Domestic Application Deadlines: August 1 (Fall admissions), December 1 (Spring admissions)
Contact Us
Graduate Program Director:
Dr. Woodrow Winchester, III, wwwiii@umbc.edu
Assistant Graduate Program Director:
Dr. Toby Gouker, tgouker@umbc.edu
Graduate Program Coordinator:
Main Campus: Kim Edmonds, 410-455-3445, technicalmanagement@umbc.edu
Shady Grove: Karina Jenkins, 301-738-6285, sgprofessionalprograms@umbc.edu