Master of Science (Industrial and Technology Management)

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Program Info (  Eligibility Criteria  )

Program Mission:
MS (T&IM) program at NUCES, Islamabad campus is designed in line with international standards, with the aim of developing professionals who can integrate technology, innovation, and industrial operations to drive organizational growth and competitiveness. With a graduate degree in Technology & Industrial Management, students will gain a strong foundation in managing advanced technologies, industrial systems, and business processes. The program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to lead digital transformation, optimize industrial operations, manage innovation, and enhance organizational efficiency. It has been carefully structured to provide both theoretical insights and practical exposure, while also strengthening research capabilities in the fields of technology strategy, industrial operations, and emerging Industry 4.0 practices.

Award of Degree:

For the award of MS (T&IM) degree, a student must have:

  • Passed courses totaling at least 30 credit hours, including Three core courses
  • Earned CGPA of at least 2.50
Tentative Study Plan
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 1
1 Core Course - I 3+0
2 Core Course - II 3+0
3 Core Course - III 3+0
4 SS1021 Understanding of Holy Quran - I 1+0
5 SS1022 Understanding of Holy Quran - II 1+0
Total 11 + 0
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 2
1 Core Course - IV 3+0
2 Elective - I 3+0
3 Elective - II 3+0
Total 9 + 0
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 3
1 Elective - III 3+0
2 MS Thesis-I/Elective - IV 3+0
Total 6 + 0
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 4
1 Elective - V 3+0
2 MS Thesis - II/MS Project/Elective - VI 3+0
Total 6 + 0

Proposed Core Courses (12 Credit Hours):

  • Technology & Innovation Management
  • Industrial Operations & Supply Chain Management
  • Leadership & Business Strategy for Engineers
  • Research Methodology *

Elective Courses:   (12 Credit Hours – choose 4):

  • Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0   (3)
  • Project & Program Management   (3)
  • Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma   (3)
  • Quality Management Systems (ISO, TQM)   (3)
  • Entrepreneurship & Startups   (3)
  • Technology Strategy & Forecasting   (3)
  • Intellectual Property & Technology Transfer   (3)
  • Sustainability & HSE in Industry   (3)

 * Research Methodology will be mandatory (core) for MS with thesis (research-based) option.

Note 1: Registration in "MS Thesis - I" is allowed provided the student has:

  • Earned at least 18 credits
  • Passed the "Research Methodology" course
  • CGPA is equal to or more than 2.50

Note 2: Subjected to the approval of Departmental Graduate Studies Committee (DGSC).

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)

  1. Develop graduates with the ability to integrate technology management and industrial operations to address complex business and engineering challenges.
  2. Equip students with the skills to lead digital transformation, automation, and Industry 4.0 adoption across industries.
  3. Provide knowledge of operations, supply chain, and quality management to enhance organizational productivity and competitiveness.
  4. Build capacity for technology innovation, entrepreneurship, and R&D management.
  5. Strengthen research and analytical skills for addressing emerging challenges in technology and industrial domains.
  6. Promote ethical, sustainable, and socially responsible practices in industrial and technological decision-making.