Master by Research in Industrial Engineering and Management, 120 Credits

Master by Research in Industrial Engineering and Management is aimed at those who want to develop in-depth knowledge and skills in the field, with a view to a future research career or qualified assignments in academia, industry and the public sector. The programme offers a solid foundation for further doctoral studies.

About the programme

As a student, you will be part of a research environment where you work in close collaboration with researchers and doctoral students at Mid Sweden University. By participating in ongoing research projects, where you work both independently and together with others, you will be trained in formulating, investigating and communicating scientific problems. The programme combines advanced courses with project-based learning and concludes with an independent master's thesis.

After completing your studies, you will have the ability to critically evaluate and apply different methods and techniques, as well as understand their possibilities and limitations in relation to industrial organization and management.

SPECIALIZATIONS:

Decision support and analytics

This specialization focuses on how computer-based problem modeling and computational or simulation models can be used for decisions in different types of organizations.

The areas of application are broad and include, for example, logistics, production, healthcare, climate and technology introductions. You participate in one or more research projects where you immerse yourself in the field and learn the basics of conducting and communicating research.

Value Realization and Digitalization Investments

This is a growing area where we critically study the interplay between technological development, digitalization and societal change. Particular focus is on how digital initiatives are organized, implemented and valued in both the private and public sectors.

The specialization provides a deeper understanding of the relationship between the private and public sectors, technology development as a policy area and professional and knowledge development, and provides you with analytical tools to critically examine the role of technology in societal development.

Entry requirements

English level 2/English 6 from Swedish Upper Secondary School (Gymnasium) or the equivalent.

Specific requirements for the specializations:

• Decision Support and Analytics: Degree of Bachelor, Degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Industrial Engineering and Management, Information Systems, Applied Mathematics (at least 180 credits), or equivalent, with at least 30 credits (30 ECTS) in Mathematics including course modules of at least 7.5 credits in Mathematical Modelling, as well as a degree project of at least 15 credits in an area that is relevant for the specialization.
• Value Realization and Digitalization Investments: Degree of Bachelor, Degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Industrial Engineering and Management, Information Systems, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, (at least 180 credits), or equivalent, as well as a degree project of at least 15 credits in an area that is relevant for the specialization.

Selection

To apply, visit www.universityadmissions.se.

Required documents:

• Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies. The universities where you studied must be internationally recognized higher education institutions (university or university college).
• Transcripts of completed courses and grades for each semester included in your degree.
• Proof of English language skills equivalent to English studies at upper secondary (high school) level in Sweden, i.e. English 6/English course B.
• In addition, you must submit a letter stating your interest in the programme, and a ranking of your interests if more than one study project is offered to you.

You should also describe your background and its relevance to the subject in a Curriculum Vitae (CV), with your Bachelor’s thesis, individual projects, project portfolio and any experience that you wish to refer to attached.

Please note that your online application is complete when you have submitted your supporting documentation. Upload these documents to your personal account at universityadmissions.se as soon as possible but no later than (three weeks after the application deadline. For more information go to https://www.universityadmissions.se/intl/start.

Title of qualification

Masterexamen med huvudområdet industriell organisation och ekonomi, translated into Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Industrial Engineering and Management.

After the programme

After having completed the programme, there are good opportunities to work in research within academia, research centers, industry, or public organizations.

Work experience contact

During the programme, you will meet both researchers and organizations that our researchers cooperate with. This way, you get useful contacts and experiences to prepare you for your future career.