Weekend Master's Program

Plan of Study

The following Plan of Study (PoS) represents a typical PoS that a student in the Weekend Graduate Program can expect to follow over the two-year curriculum. The related area filed on a students' PoS is titled "Management of Technology". This degree program is a Master of Science with a non-thesis option. Instead of completing a thesis, students complete a Directed Project of their own choosing. Directed Projects typically solve a business or operational problem recommending or demonstrating an optimal solution.

Electronic PoS :

The program coordinator will advise you when to file an electronic PoS.

For enrolled students: To file an electronic PoS go to www.ssinfo.purdue.edu. After logging into SSINFO, click on Academic->Graduate Student Database. There will be a link to Plan of Study Generator.

Semester 1 :

IT 507W Measurement and Evaluation in Industry and Technology, 3 credits.
An introduction to measurement strategies in industrial, technical and human resource development environments. The evaluation of measurement outcomes will be the primary focus of the course.

TECH 621W1 Automatic Identification and Data Capture for the Enterprise , 3 credits.
An information technology study of methods to build both a managerial and technical understanding of automatic data collection with comprehension in project design, evaluation, and implementation

IT 590W1 Research and Writing for Business and Industry, 1 credit.
A study of utilization and writing practices using the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA). Graduate students in the College of Technology need to be able to develop and format writing styles to present his or her work.

Semester 2 :

IT 560W Logistics & Manufacturing Security in Technology , 3 credits.
A study of the basic concepts of network security, introduction to programming, manufacturing and computing security, computing and ethical topics, management of information systems, and decision support systems as they relate to industry.

TECH 646W Analysis of Research in Industry and Technology, 3 credits.
Analysis of research and evaluation of research reports. Emphasis on understanding the application of fundamental statistical methods in design and interpretation of research findings.

IT 590W2 Problems in Business and Industry, 1 credit.
A study of utilization and reporting of new manufacturing, distribution, information technology practices or other in the workplace.

Semester 3 :

OLS 580 Interpersonal and Group Skills for Leaders, 3 credits.
Students will be provided an opportunity to develop and improve their interpersonal and group dynamics skills for effectively leading organizations. The course explores concepts and theories of personal development, communication, interpersonal relationships, group processes, problem solving, reflection-in-action, lifelong learning, and consultation skills.

IT 590W3 Design of Experiments , 1 credit.
Design of Experiments

IT 598W1 Directed M.S. Project Proposal, 1 credit.

Semester 4:

IT 508W Quality and Productivity in Industry and Technology, 3 credits.
Contemporary issues of continuous improvement in quality and productivity in manufacturing and service industries.

IT 571W Project Management in Industry and Technology, 3 credits.
The factors influencing decisions during the initiation, implementation, and termination of industrial and manufacturing projects are examined. Students work as project teams, using project management tools to develop implementation strategies.

IT 598W2 Directed M.S. Project, 1 credit.

Semester 5:

OLS 581W Leadership and Ethics , 3 credits.
Leadership and Ethics.

OLS 581Y Strategic Planning and Marketing in Technology, 3 credits.
Examines concepts, models, and methods useful for developing strategic initiatives in industrial business environments. Focuses on planning concepts including industry structure, strategic mission, organizational structures, competitor analysis, and technological forecasting magnitude.

IT 598W3 Directed M.S. Project, 1 credit.