Management of Product Development (MSc, Executive)
An executive Master of Science programme for professionals focusing on agile engineering, innovation management, and systems design.
Best for:Best for working professionals in engineering or product management seeking to bridge technical development with strategic business leadership.
Overview
The Management of Product Development MSc is an executive programme offered by the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) designed for working professionals. It provides a comprehensive approach to the product creation process, covering everything from initial concept and prototyping to validation and manufacturing. Participants gain expertise in agile systems design, innovation management, and interdisciplinary team leadership. The curriculum integrates engineering modules with management training to ensure graduates can navigate both technical challenges and commercial implications. This programme is ideal for those looking to optimize product development lifecycles and drive innovation within their organizations.
What you'll do
- Analyze and optimize product development processes within a professional environment.
- Apply agile systems design and design thinking methodologies to technical projects.
- Manage interdisciplinary and multicultural teams during the product creation lifecycle.
- Evaluate commercial implications of project decisions including finance and marketing.
- Implement quality management and supplier management strategies.
- Utilize simulation and virtual twin technologies for product validation.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's, Master's, or German Diplom in a relevant field.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; C1 level required, verified via placement test or interview.
Instruction: English
- Minimum of one to two years of practical professional experience in the field.
- English language proficiency at C1 level.
- Ability to manage complex product development lifecycles.
- Must hold a university degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent).
- Must provide evidence of professional experience.
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How to apply
Applications are submitted through the official HECTOR School portal. Prospective students should review the specific admission requirements and prepare necessary documentation including professional references.
- University degree certificate
- Professional references
- Proof of English proficiency
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