Explore the strategic and operational management of production systems, looking at how human factors affect the use of existing and emerging technologies.
Overview
- Educational areaMechanical Engineering
- LanguageEnglish
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You will learn how different production systems can be managed and improved to achieve high levels of quality, efficiency, and long-term competitiveness. This combines fundamental technical knowledge with the organisational skills to ensure systems are used to their full potential.
Areas of study include lean production, logistics, ergonomics, asset management and change management. The specialisation is closely connected to research in supply and operations management, innovation management, and production development. You will also have the opportunity to take part in a Six Sigma project, and potentially obtain a Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
This combination of technical understanding and management expertise prepares you for roles in operations and quality management, production development, engineering, consulting, and leadership positions across a wide range of manufacturing industries.
Potential employers for graduates focusing on this specialisation are, for example, Scania, SKF, Volvo Cars, and IMI Hydronics.
Programmes
Requirements
The requirements for the Master's programme Production Engineering apply to this specialisation.
How to select a specialisation
You may choose this specialisation after you have been admitted and enrolled. Only one specialisation can be selected.