Master of Science in Technical Management

Overview

Looking to advance your career? Prepare for takeoff with the MSTM.

It takes more than just technical skills to make it to the top. It takes management, communication, and leadership skills, too. The Master of Science in Technical Management (MSTM) degree from Embry-Riddle — Worldwide is designed to provide individuals working in a technical environment with the skills they need to rise to positions of greater authority and responsibility.

The MSTM program offers a flexible way to earn an advanced degree. Here are some reasons why students love this program:

• Group interaction and team-building concepts are used throughout the program. Each class of students remains together from inception through degree completion.
• Embry-Riddle has an exceptional reputation in the industry.
• Student can earn a degree in just two years while continuing to work.
• Instructors include both full-time faculty and working professionals who are highly respected experts in their fields.
• The curriculum is focused and efficient.
• Sky-high student and employer satisfaction ratings.

Real-world problems. Real-world solutions. Real-world rewards.

The core MSTM curriculum was created in cooperation with leading companies across the aviation and aerospace industry, making each course relevant for industry professionals. The final capstone project lets you focus on a real-life concern in the workplace and take responsibility for developing and proposing a workable solution.

Degree Requirements

Core Courses

Course	Title	Credits
*Successful completion of these courses is required to continue in this program. Note 1: Students entering the program will be required to pass a computer skills test or complete TMGT 501. Note 2: Because of the cohesive and integrated nature of the program, no more than 6 credits may be transferred from previous graduate work. Note 3: Any course substitutions must be approved by the program chair.
TMGT 503*	Quantitative Methods and Statistics	3
TMGT 535*	Business Communication Skills for Managers	3
TMGT 605	Organization Theory in a Technical Environment	3
TMGT 616	Production Operations Management	3
TMGT 621	Regulations, Ethics, and the Legal System	3
TMGT 630	Technical Management Information Systems	3
TMGT 635	Financial and Managerial Accounting and Control for Technical Managers	3
TMGT 641	Project Management: Concepts and Practices	3
TMGT 646	Operations Research and Management Science	3
TMGT 651	Quality Management and Quality Control	3
TMGT 661	Project Development Techniques	3
TMGT 690	Technical Management Capstone Project	3
Total Degree Requirements*		36

Additional Courses Available

Course	Title	Credits
TMGT 501	Computer Skills for a Technical Environment	3
TMGT 610	Managing Effective Technical Work Teams	3
TMGT 625	Marketing in the Technical Environment	3

Career Outlook

Career Areas

• Aerospace Engineering
• Computer Systems Architect
• Instrumentation Manager
• Operations Leader
• Project Control Specialist
• Software Engineering
• Technical Writer

Employers

• Aerospace
• Defense
• Government
• Manufacturing
• Space Flight
• Systems Configuration
• Telecommunications
• National Science Foundations

Testimonials

"The MSTM program was good for me. It gave me an opportunity to earn my degree by conveniently making classes available at my workplace, one night a week. The effort spent was a good investment since it opened a door into management, which has been very rewarding."

Richard Lemons
Mesa, AZ

"The MSTM program is teaching up to date and current skills. It also provides a good understanding as to what needs to be done before and for making decisions. Skills taught are readily applicable to daily work activities. Overall, the MSTM program is an excellent program for aviation/aerospace individuals who are interested in a career in management."

Yvon Goudreau
Snohomish, WA

"The MSTM degree program has enhanced my job performance giving me the confidence to make better decisions at work. Each course provided beneficial knowledge in communications, writing and developing effective presentations, which I was able to apply in my everyday work assignments. I work for NASA (Kennedy Space Center, FL) as a Launch Site Integration Manager and for each assigned mission I have a customer to support. The MSTM program embedded in me the importance of 'the customer'."

Dianna Lampert
Florida