Master's Degree Programme in Industrial Management

Specific admission requirements

Admission requirements are set annually. More information on the application instructions at:http://www.metropolia.fi/haku/koulutustarjonta-aikuiset-tekniikka-ja-liikenne/industrial-management-meng/

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning

Students have the right to apply for recognition of prior learning. The recognition is based on the student's skills regardless of the ways the fore mentioned expertise has been acquired. The student has the responsibility to demonstrate the skills required in the study objectives and to provide the required information and documentation based on which the decision for approval will be made.

Qualification requirements and regulations

Qualification requirements and regulations are defined in the degree regulations of Metropolia: >>

Profile of the programme

Master of Engineering is a one-year university of applied sciences (UAS) degree that can be completed after a four-year first-cycle UAS degree. The Master of Industrial Management degree produces the same competence to public office as the Master’s degree in science universities. The extent of the degree is 60 ECTS credits. The Master’s degree in Industrial Management complies with level 7 requirements of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) for lifelong learning and the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for Finland.

Key learning outcomes

The professional knowledge of the degree brings the student to the forefront of knowledge in the field of work Industrial Management, focused on service business or managing logistics operations. Course methodology enhances critical awareness, analysis and cross-fertilization of interdisciplinary knowledge. The methodology fosters analytical and methodological skills as ways applied problem-solving aligned with systematic research. Professional competence development for co-creative team communication and international multi-site collaboration prepare the graduate for complex and unpredictable challenges that require novel strategic approaches.

Occupational profiles of graduates with examples

A graduate of the Master's Degree Programme in Industrial Management works in advanced specialist tasks in the field of service focused ICT, management, supply chains, sales and marketing focusing on using modern tools and methods in Finland and abroad. A graduate works typically as team leader, senior specialist or middle manager. Examples at: http://www.metropolia.fi/en/apply/studies-adult-education-technology/industrial-management-meng/testimonials/

Access to further studies

The Master of Engineering degree is currently the highest degree-level in universities of applied sciences in the field of technology in Finland. Our students continue studies in science universities, specialization studies in UASs, abroad in post-graduate studies and workplace training schemes.

Examination regulations, assessment and grading

The assessment criteria are defined in the degree regulations of Metropolia: http://opinto-opas.metropolia.fi/en/information-on-metropolia/regulations/ and course-specific requirements are described in the course descriptions in the curriculum.

Graduation requirements

A student is eligible to graduate when he/she has completed all the required courses set for the degree as a present student (extent 60 ECTS credits).

Mode of study

Studies are implemented as courses, course modules or projects. Studies include contact teaching and self-study. Studies aiming towards a degree are implemented as multi-format study.

Programme director

D.Sc. (Tech.) Juha Haimala
Head of Industrial Management Department
Phone +358 40 678 6776
Email firstname.lastname@metropolia.fi

Level of qualification

Master's Degree (Second Cycle)

Workplacement(s) and Work-based Learning

The degree does not include mandatory work placement. The students are mainly working while they study, and assignments and thesis is related to their organisations.

Obligatory or Optional Mobility

No internship included.