Frequently Asked Questions
- How does this program differ from an M.B.A.?
- I have an M.B.A. Should I apply for this program?
- I have not taken math in a long time. How much calculus do I need to know?
- What kind of jobs can I hope to get upon completing this program?
- Can I spread my program of study out over a longer period of time?
- Do I have to take the required courses in a particular sequence?
- I have many years of experience in technology, but I never completed an undergraduate degree. Is there any way I can be admitted to the program?
How does this program differ from an M.B.A.?
In an M.B.A. program, management is typically examined within the context of finance, marketing, and human resources. While these are important perspectives, technical managers need to understand managerial issues and challenges in the context of emerging trends in science and technology. Many M.B.A. programs do not have technology-centered courses or faculty.
I have an M.B.A. Should I apply for this program?
Yes. The combination of an M.B.A. and an M.S. in Technology Management is powerful because it blends a command of finance, management, and marketing with an understanding of how best to deploy what an executive learns in business school in a technology-oriented environment.
I have not taken math in a long time. How much calculus do I need to know?
You need to have a working understanding of the basic principles. You will not need to do a great deal of computation. However, a basic understanding of calculus will allow you to apply statistical decision-making tools in the development and management of new products and technologies.
What kind of jobs can I hope to get upon completing this program?
The program is designed for people with technical backgrounds who want to sharpen their understanding of business in order to advance into managerial positions at the vice presidential level and above. Graduates will be well positioned to work in any major industry that develops and manages technology as a core business or in the service of running an organization.
Can I spread my program of study out over a longer period of time?
No. Candidates for the degree are expected to make a serious commitment of time and energy to the program and are required to complete their course of study in four consecutive semesters, excluding summer, over two years. Students should not enter the program if they anticipate difficulty in completing it within that time frame. However, should unforeseen and extraordinary circumstances arise in your personal or professional life once you are enrolled in the program, you may be allowed to interrupt your studies for one semester.
Do I have to take the required courses in a particular sequence?
All admitted students must enroll in TMGT K4116 Technology in the Business Environment and BUSI K4003 Corporate Finance during their first term. The remaining core courses may be taken in any order, however the sequence listed is recommended. Elective courses should not be considered before the third term. The Executive Seminars must be taken in three consecutive terms
I have many years of experience in technology, but I never completed an undergraduate degree. Is there any way I can be admitted to the program?
No. A U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a non-U.S. educational institution is required in addition to a minimum of five to seven years of relevant experience.
