Bachelor of Industrial Technology and Management - STEM Designated
Chicago, USA
DURATION
126 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
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Introduction
The Bachelor of Industrial Technology and Management prepares technical specialists for managerial positions in the industry. The curriculum focuses on practical approaches to managing operations, personnel, and resources in industrial environments, and how various technologies and systems can be employed to achieve efficient operations. It is a transfer program for individuals who have completed technical studies (commonly an associate of applied science) in an industrial specialty, including manufacturing, CNC machining, mechatronics, CAD/drafting, engineering technology, stationary engineering, HVAC/HACR, industrial electrician, construction technology, supply chain/logistics, and other related areas.
Students tailor degree studies to suit professional interests and may complete a specialization in one of the following focus areas: Construction Technology, Facilities Management, Industrial Sustainability, Manufacturing Technology, or Supply Chain Management.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Industrial Technology and Management is a transfer program for technical specialists who wish to acquire a broadened understanding of industrial operations and the managerial skills needed to move into higher-level positions within the industry.
Program Specializations
- Construction Technology
- Facilities Management
- Industrial Sustainability
- Manufacturing Technology
- Supply Chain Management
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- 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid
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Curriculum
A total of 126 semester hours are required for the bachelor’s degree, consisting of 66 credit hours (22 courses) of junior- and senior-level courses completed at the Illinois Institute of Technology and the 60 transfer credit hours required for admission. Students may attend on a part-time or full-time basis, understanding that INTM courses are generally offered evenings to accommodate the full-time work schedules of students.
The core curriculum (15 courses) emphasizes proficiency in the essential functions of industrial enterprises with a focus on management-related topics. This coursework includes upper-level humanities and social sciences electives and two Interprofessional Projects (IPRO). In addition, students complete seven electives, generally consisting of three technical electives and four specialization electives. Electives provide in-depth coverage of specific aspects of industrial organizations and their related sectors. Students choose elective courses based on career goals and personal interests and have the option to complete a formal specialization by taking four courses within one specialty area.
Required Courses
Admission Transfer Requirements ---- ---- (60)
Details listed under Admission Requirements ---- ---- 60
Industrial Technology Requirements ---- ---- (27)
- INTM 301 ---- ---- Communications for Workplace ---- ---- 3
- INTM 315 ---- ---- Industrial Enterprises ---- ---- 3
- INTM 322 ---- ---- Industrial Project Management ---- ---- 3
- INTM 404 ---- ---- Marketing, Sales, & Production Introduction ---- ---- 3
- INTM 408 ---- ---- Cost Management ---- ---- 3
- INTM 410 ---- ---- Operations Management ---- ---- 3
- INTM 425 ---- ---- Human Resources Management ---- ---- 3
- INTM 441 ---- ---- Supply Chain Management ---- ---- 3
- INTM 459 ---- ---- Issues in Industrial Sustainability ---- ---- 3
INTM Electives (Technical and/or Specialization) ---- ---- (21)
Select 21 credit hours1 ---- ---- 21
Humanities Electives ---- ---- (6)
300/400-level courses ---- ---- 6
Social Sciences Electives ---- ---- (6)
300/400-level courses ---- ---- 6
Interprofessional Projects (IPRO) ---- ---- (6)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, section E ---- ---- 6
Total Credit Hours ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 126
1See Specializations tab for industrial technology and management specializations. INTM technical electives are specified on this page.
Technical Electives
Course List
- INTM 403 ---- ---- Management and Leadership ---- ---- 3
- INTM 418 ---- ---- Industrial Risk Management ---- ---- 3
- INTM 420 ---- ---- Applied Strategies Competitive ---- ---- 3
- INTM 427 ---- ---- E-Commerce in Market/Supply Chain ---- ---- 3
- INTM 477 ---- ---- Entrepreneurship Industry ---- ---- 3
Career Opportunities
Industrial Technology and Management graduates will be prepared to advance within their chosen career field and move into managerial positions, such as:
- Quality assurance/quality control manager
- Inventory control/analyst
- Production planner/manager/scheduler
- Process/continuous improvement manager
- Manufacturing engineer/manager
- Operations/general manager
- Supply chain analyst/manager
- Logistics planner/manager
- Demand planner
- Purchasing specialist/analyst
- Sales and operations planner
- Environmental services manager
- Project manager
- Facilities coordinator/manager
- Construction supervisor/manager
- Field engineer/manager