Study content and requirements
for the Industrial Engineering & Management degree program
Who is the Master's program in Industrial Engineering & Management designed for?
The IEM Master's program is designed for individuals with a technical background who want to take the next step: leadership, innovation, and strategic responsibility in industry.
Particularly suitable for:
- Working engineers and technicians who want to transition from a technical role to a leadership role without leaving their current profession
- Graduates of the Bachelor’s program in Industrial Engineering at CU who wish to continue their education along this path – from both specializations, Industrial Engineering and Sustainable Innovation Management
- Graduates of other technical bachelor’s programs—such as Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or Industrial Engineering from other universities—who wish to shift their focus toward management
- People who don’t want to wait for leadership opportunities but want to shape them themselves
What should you bring with you for your studies?
A general interest in business topics and technical understanding, logical thinking skills, a good command of English, solid math and computer skills, and a passion for innovative development.
What do I need to start the Master IEM program?
Formal Admission Requirements
A completed bachelor’s or diploma degree in a technical field. A degree program that corresponds to the subject matter of the master’s program, or an equivalent degree from a recognized domestic or foreign postsecondary educational institution, is accepted.
Application During the Final Bachelor’s Semester
Students in the final semester of their bachelor’s program may apply with a current transcript. The bachelor’s degree certificate must be submitted upon enrollment at the start of the semester.
Admissions Process
The program has a limited number of spots.
Language Proficiency
German at a minimum B2 level, as the language of instruction is German. A good command of English is expected, as some courses and specialized literature are in English.
What can you do after you graduate?
Upon completion of the master's program, you will be able to:
- analyze business problems holistically and solve them as part of a team, taking both technical and economic aspects into account
- understand, initiate, and support innovation processes
- Comprehensively evaluate manufacturing processes—based on technical and economic parameters—and create technology roadmaps
- Design basic concepts for production machines and production systems based on various requirements
- contribute to the implementation of control and regulation systems in mechanical equipment
- Develop business models and business plans
- Develop projects and prepare project proposals
- Apply the essential methods of statics and strength of materials, kinematics and kinetics, design and materials science, as well as electrical engineering
General Information About the Program
For more information on admission requirements, the training contract, nostrification and recognition, the admissions process, examination regulations and grading, ECTS credits, and the academic calendar, please refer to the General Study Information.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Master’s Degree Program in
“Industrial Engineering & Management”
Why Study Industrial Engineering & Management at CU?
The Master’s degree program in Industrial Engineering & Management at CU brings four things together: 1. A part-time format that doesn’t interrupt your career path. 2. Connections to Carinthia’s high-tech industry. 3. Study & Work opportunities with over 60 partner companies. And 4. a bachelor’s program, which is offered in two formats and leads directly to this master’s program.
Can I study IEM even if I don't have a job right now?
Yes. Employment is not a prerequisite for admission. The part-time program is designed to allow students to balance their studies with their careers–but it does not require them to have a job. Students who are fresh out of a bachelor’s program and looking for a suitable position can access more than 60 partner companies through Study & Work.
What leadership roles does the IEM Master's program prepare me for?
The Master's program in Industrial Engineering & Management prepares students for leadership roles in production, operations, project and innovation management, technical procurement, sales, controlling, and management consulting. IEM graduates combine technical expertise with management skills and make decisions that would otherwise require two people.
Current Courses
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Modular Structure of the Program
The Master’s degree program in Industrial Engineering & Management spans four semesters and totals 120 ECTS credits. It builds upon a completed technical bachelor’s degree and progresses from specialized coursework to leadership and innovation skills, culminating in an independent master’s thesis.
Block 1: Technical and Business Fundamentals
Management Skills · Sustainable Business Management · Product Management & Engineering · Industrial Infrastructure · Materials & Selection · Composite Materials & Manufacturing · Introduction to Machine Learning · Statistics
Block 2: Production, Data, and Innovation Strategy
Management Systems & Process Management · Production Technologies · Computer-Aided Planning & Production · Engineering & Design · Data Analytics and Neural Networks · Finance & Law · Trends & Innovation Strategy
Block 3: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Automation
Human Resources & Leadership · Entrepreneurship · Technical Purchasing & Sales · Process Automation & E-Business · Modeling & Simulation · Applied Research
Block 4: Master's Thesis and Graduation
Master's Thesis · Master's Thesis Seminar · Master's Examination
In addition, in one of the two curriculum options: IEM – Current Trends · Communication and Sales Training
Regarding the Master's thesis: It can focus on the technical or the business aspects–or combine both
Do you have a strong technical foundation and want to lead?
The Master’s in Industrial Engineering & Management (IEM) at CU will turn you into a leader in just 4 semesters–as a part-time program on the Villach campus, starting in the winter semester.
Jobs & Careers
With the master’s degree program in Industrial Engineering & Management at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, you’ll gain the qualifications needed for management and leadership roles in technology companies. The combination of technical and business skills opens up a wide range of career opportunities in industry, business, and related fields.
What career paths does the Master's in Industrial Engineering & Management open up?
IEM graduates hold management and leadership positions in various departments of technology companies. Careers in services and consulting are also common paths, as are starting their own businesses or taking over existing companies.
Typical Positions and Fields
- Production Management and Plant Management — Responsibility for manufacturing, personnel, and the budget
- Operations Management and Logistics — Overseeing and optimizing production and supply chain processes
- Project Management in Industry — Leading technical projects from planning through implementation
- Innovation and Technology Management — Development of new products, processes, and business models
- Technical Marketing, Sales, and Purchasing — The interface between technology and the market
- Information Management and Controlling — Data-driven management of technical operations
- Management Consulting and Engineering Firms — Consulting for manufacturing companies, expert services, civil engineering
- Business Start-ups and Business Succession
- Public Service — Research and Teaching at Universities, Instruction at Technical High Schools (HTLs), Public Administration
Industries
Industrial and commercial enterprises, the automotive and semiconductor industries (Infineon, Hella, Magna, AVL), mechanical engineering, energy technology, services, and consulting.
What comes after the IEM Master's program?
Doctoral Studies
Successful completion of the master’s program qualifies students for doctoral studies in accordance with § 6(4) of the University of Applied Sciences Act (FHStG).
Continuing Education
Executive education programs are available for specific leadership topics; the master’s degree is a recognized admission requirement for many Executive MBA programs.