What you will study
In the University of Central Missouri’s Industrial Management master’s degree program,
you’ll take operation and production management courses that prepare you for supervisory
roles in the technology industry. Our Industrial Management master's program builds
both soft and hard skills, so you’re prepared to lead the human side of the workplace,
as well as the technical side.
You’ll study project management, facilities engineering, legal issues in the industry,
applied research for technology and more in courses such as Current Issues in Industry,
Engineering Economy, Lean and Quality Management, Organizational Dynamics and Production
and Operations Management.
By the time you earn your graduate Industrial Management degree from UCM, you’ll be
able to:
- Develop a project plan and lead it to completion
- Communicate effectively about personnel issues and on all technical levels
- Assess a project’s technical needs and know what’s needed to complete it
- Apply the right management skills in any professional situation to lead an organization
- Perform research in your area of specialization
Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate
You can add an area of specialization to your industrial management courses that allows
you to work toward earning a Lean Six Sigma Graduate Certificate. This certificate shows employers that you’re adept at analyzing workplace processes
to reduce costs and maximize productivity.
Excellence in Industrial Management
- UCM's Industrial Management master’s program is accredited by the Association of Technology,
Management and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).
- UCM's ASQ-UCM Student Chapter is sponsored by the American Society for Quality, the
largest organization for quality professionals in the country.
Unique learning opportunities in UCM’s Industrial Management degree program
Your industrial management courses offer many chances for you to learn how to succeed
in the industry through hands-on, real-world experience. These could include:
- Internships: Learn on the job by participating in an internship while you’re in UCM’s Industrial
Management master’s program. Past students have interned at domestic and international
organizations.
- Facility tours: Get a first-hand look at how local facilities in the Kansas City metro area run. Your
industrial management courses include frequent opportunities to tour local companies.
This experience offers insights into a wide array of industrial management jobs.
- Graduate research: Work with a faculty mentor or on your own to investigate a problem in any type of
industry, as well as identify the best ways to solve it. Graduate students in UCM’s
Industrial Management degree program have had their work published and have had opportunities
to present their research at local and national conferences.
- Quality Management Conference: Organized, in part, by UCM’s Industrial Management master’s program, this annual event
brings companies and technology industry professionals to the Warrensburg and Lee’s
Summit campuses. Learn the latest industry news, showcase your work and network with
colleagues to learn about available industrial management jobs.
- Student life: Participate in UCM’s student chapter of the American Society for Quality (ASQ) to
build a network and share ideas about how to improve processes and make companies
run more efficiently. You’ll also have the chance to help plan UCM’s annual Quality
Management Conference.
What can you do with an Industrial Management master’s degree from UCM?
Your industrial management courses will prepare you to lead in a wide variety of industrial
management jobs, both locally and globally. Graduates of UCM’s Industrial Management
degree program have found successful careers in pharmaceuticals and logistics, as
well as companies such as:
- Boeing
- CST Corp. Morocco
- Harman Mexico
- Honeywell
- Johnson & Johnson
- Milbank Manufacturing
- Overhead Door Company
- Saudi Cable Company
If you’re planning to become an educator, you’ll also be prepared to enter doctoral
programs such as UCM’s Technology Management Ph.D. You’ll find our Industrial Management degree program graduates teaching at institutions
in the United States as well as internationally.
Industrial management jobs and careers
Using the interactive tool below, you can explore available Industrial Management
degree jobs, as well as information about career growth, employment trends, operations
management salary details and more.
Financial assistance options for your Industrial Management master’s degree
The University of Central Missouri gives you an affordable way to earn your master’s
in Industrial Management. In addition to low-cost tuition, we offer a number of options
to help you finance your education, including:
- Scholarships
- Graduate assistantships
- Grants
- Tuition awards
- Loans
Through UCM, you’ll also have access to federal financial aid options, which may provide
you with additional assistance.
Furthermore, UCM provides scholarships and other financial aid awards to students
in certain programs of study. You can learn more about program-specific scholarships
at the UCM Scholarship Finder.
Meet Faculty Member Dr. Jeff Ulmer
Extensive industry experience
Dr. Ulmer is passionate about helping you achieve your academic goals in the most
efficient way possible, so you can get your career started right away. He brings nearly
25 years of experience working within design engineering, production management and
quality management disciplines to the classroom and his mentorships.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet Douglas W.
MS Industrial Management ’14
“My master’s degree from UCM has helped me reach organizations and people with a level
of confidence and rapport that otherwise would not have been possible. … The MS in
Industrial Management shows a level of specialization that allows others to recognize
that I am very strong in a technical sense.”
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Meet Faculty Member Dr. Suhansa Rodchua
Graduate program coordinator
Dr. Rodchua brings her many years of experience in the field to her research, publications,
mentorships and coursework. She draws on her time working in project management, manufacturing
and cost and production analysis to inform her approach to teaching graduate classes
in quality management and Lean Six Sigma.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet Maroua R.
MS Industrial Management ’17
“My master’s made me realize that I have a leadership personality, and it has helped
me develop the other missing skills needed to become a manager. UCM has opened my
eyes to new horizons. The teachers, students and colleagues I met there have helped
me grow to become the strong person I am today.”
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Meet Hema Srikar K.
MS Industrial Management ’17
“The biggest contribution from my master’s degree is knowing how to research effectively.
It immensely helped me understand that knowledge is not bits of information put together
but a series of organized information that has depth and relevance. This realization
helped me in developing better problem-solving skills.”
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Alumni Testimonials and Career Outcomes
Our alumni are leaders and innovators in a wide variety of industries. Read what they have to say about their graduate experiences and how UCM has impacted their careers. You can
also view information on alumni job titles and workplaces.
Click here to learn more about career and salary options for SIST graduates, or use the links
below to explore data on First Destination Success Rates:
First Destination Success Rates 2019-2020
First Destination Success Rates 2020-2021
First Destination Success Rates 2021-2022
First Destination Success Rates 2022-2023
First Destination Success Rates 2023-2024
Resources for Degree and Certificate Planning
Applying for admission to one of our graduate programs? Access the Career Goal Statement
here.
If you've been admitted to the School of Industrial Sciences and Technology and need
assistance planning your academic program, check out the following resources:
M.S. Industrial Management - Program of Study Example
M.S. Technology - Program of Study Example
2025-2031 Course Schedule (Graduate Level)
2025-2031 Course Schedule (4000 Level)
SIST Graduate Handbook
Frequently Asked Questions and Additional Information
Want more information about our program offerings? Visit our helpful FAQ page or explore the following resources:
UCM Graduate Studies
UCM International Student Services
SIST Graduate Faculty Contact Information
You can also contact our graduate coordinator, Dr. Suhansa Rodchua, for additional questions about admissions, degree planning and more.
Resources for International Students
Our graduate programs enroll students from across the globe. Whether you're on campus
or attending online, we offer the resources and support to help you succeed at UCM.
SIST Graduate Viewbook for International Students
UCM International Student Services
Brightspace Student Support
Program Brochures
M.S. Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes:
The Master of Science in Industrial Management program is designed to prepare professional
managers who possess skills and knowledge acquired through education and on-site experience
necessary to manage manufacturing processes including bid preparation, project acquisition,
project management, quality, safety, and supervision of the industrial enterprise.
The diagram below illustrates the suggested articulation for this degree.
Management Skills
Outcome #1 - Apply management skills and concepts to specific situations.
- The student will apply the principles and philosophy of management systems, cost accounting,
and economics to industry, including the interpretation of contracts, and the value
of team building.
- The student will execute industrial safety standards including the ability to interpret
the OSHA industry standards, establish safety and health procedures on the project
site, and perform hazardous material and process analysis.
Project Management
Outcome #2 - Plan and implement a project.
- The student will identify the appropriate management principles necessary to complete
a business plan, evaluate supply chains, and produce project plans.
- The student will create change orders, organize contract agreements, interpret engineering
drawings, operations schedules, and develop a return on investment analysis.
- The student will prepare a complete project schedule, develop a procurement timetable,
and establish a control manual.
- The student will develop a plan showing the logical sequence of activities and time
duration in order to monitor progress and update schedules.
Human Resources
Outcome #3 - Analyze and develop a human relations strategy.
- The student will identify the management code of ethics for organizations and management
individuals.
- Students will investigate union operations and labor relations within the industrial
enterprise.
Communications Skills
Outcome #4 - Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively.
- The student will apply oral, written, graphic, and listening skills as each enhances
behavioral principles or attitude and effective communications.
- The student graduating from the program will be a manufacturing service provider and
marketer of management skills and knowledge.
- Students will demonstrate the skills necessary to incorporate the technological tools
used in industry to effectively communicate and collaborate with other professionals
at a distance.
Industrial Economy
Outcome #5 - Explain and apply the basic concepts of an Industrial Economy.
- The student will complete the estimating, cost accounting, and bidding sequence necessary
for project job acquisition and completion.
- The student will prepare a complete cost control analysis including the ability to
establish an enterprise budget, prepare cost reports, and forecast expenditures.
Technical Skills
Outcome #6 - Introduce and adapt technical expertise to a given process or product.
- The student will implement the various forms of technology necessary to complete the
task of process management, utilizing the computer and electronic data processing.
- The student will create complete word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation
applications for delivery on the information highway.
- The student will understand the science of materials and methods of manufacturing.
Research Skills
Outcome #7 - Perform, interpret, and explain research.
- The student will apply scientific knowledge of the mathematical, physical, and management
sciences to the economic utilization of materials and forces of nature affecting operations
of the industrial enterprise.
- The student will effectively communicate in this digital and information technology
era.
- Students will practice techniques for developing innovative concepts and adding value
to product/process.
Program Outcomes:
The graduate with a Master of Science degree in Technology will use the knowledge
and skills obtained in the program to develop:
An Organizational Style
- Acquire advanced skills for managing complex projects including planning and implementation
- Apply organizational skills and concepts to effectively manage available resources
- Be adaptable and focused on fostering continuous growth and development
- Analyze current global systems, national interactions, and local business industry
workflow
A Global Orientation
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and interact in the global environment
- Analyze and develop processes and workflows
- Demonstrate multi-cultural awareness in a global and technological society
- Understand the importance of global functional integration
- Explain the importance of contemporary, global, and societal issues as they relate
to careers
Quality Systems Knowledge
- Recognize the characteristics that define quality relative to a specific discipline
- Identify, develop, and implement quality strategies
- Implement appropriate software applications for optimum quality and productivity
Technology Management Skills
- Understand scientific principles and technology relative to specialty area
- Select and implement discipline specific technology
- Develop, evaluate, and integrate technological systems to meet strategic goals
- Understand legal issues affecting the use and implementation of evolving technology
- Explain the significance of life-long learning for the purpose of enhancing discipline-specific
technical competencies
Technological Ethics and Professionalism
- Develop advanced professional and personal competencies in technology
- Practice within the specific profession to meet the highest social and ethical standards
- Explain and apply the basic concepts of a supply and demand economy in an information
based society
- Demonstrate knowledge of professional integrity and ethical standards
Research Skills for Innovation
- Apply advanced quantitative problem solving and decision making techniques
- Develop the ability to conduct applied experimental research
- Demonstrate integration techniques for new technologies related to a field of study
- Foster entrepreneurs through innovation, collaboration, and managed technological
change
- Research foundational and developing systems and make predictions concerning emerging
technologies
