ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
Non-Thesis Master’s Program
1. Program Description and Objectives
The Engineering Technology Management (ETM) Non-Thesis Master’s Program is an interdisciplinary graduate program designed to integrate engineering-based technologies with strategic management, innovation, research and development (R&D), digital transformation, and decision-making processes.
The program aims to equip professionals working in technology-intensive sectors—particularly public institutions, industry, and defense-related organizations—with the competencies required to manage complex technological systems, lead engineering projects, and make strategic, data-driven decisions.
The program is structured in accordance with the quality assurance principles of the Turkish Higher Education Quality Council (YÖKAK) and follows a learner-centered, outcome-based, and continuously improving educational model.
2. Vision
The vision of the Engineering Technology Management Program is to educate highly qualified professionals who do not only develop technologies but also strategically manage, transform, and sustain them.
In line with this vision, the program aims to:
- Align with national development and innovation policies,
- Closely follow global technological transformations,
- Contribute to digitalization and innovation ecosystems.
3. Mission
The mission of the program is to:
- Enhance the managerial and leadership competencies of individuals with engineering backgrounds,
- Train experts capable of systematically managing technology, innovation, and R&D processes,
- Strengthen interdisciplinary thinking and problem-solving skills,
thereby contributing to the qualified human resource needs of both public and private sectors.
4. Educational Approach
The program is structured around the principles of:
- Lifelong learning,
- Practice-oriented education,
- Analytical and systematic thinking.
Teaching and learning processes emphasize:
- Case studies,
- Project-based learning,
- Sector-oriented applications and real-world examples.
5. Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
PLO1
Analyze theoretical and applied knowledge in engineering and technology management from a holistic perspective.
PLO2
Plan and manage technology, innovation, and R&D processes in alignment with strategic organizational goals.
PLO3
Effectively manage resources, time, risk, and quality in engineering and technology-based projects.
PLO4
Apply analytical and systematic decision-making methods in technology-driven environments.
PLO5
Integrate digital transformation, Industry 4.0, and sustainability approaches into engineering management processes.
PLO6
Demonstrate effective communication, leadership, and coordination skills in interdisciplinary teams.
PLO7
Evaluate technology management practices in accordance with ethical principles, legal frameworks, and social responsibility.
PLO8
Pursue continuous professional and academic development within the framework of lifelong learning.
6. Graduate Profile
Graduates of the program are qualified to work as:
- Technology Managers,
- Project Managers,
- R&D and Innovation Specialists,
- Digital Transformation and Strategy Consultants
in technology-intensive sectors.
7. Assessment and Evaluation
Assessment and evaluation processes in the program are conducted through:
- In-class practical assignments,
- Project-based assessments,
- Presentations,
- End-of-term evaluations.
All assessment methods are implemented in a transparent, objective, and outcome-based manner.
8. Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
The quality assurance of the program is ensured through:
- Regular monitoring and evaluation of program learning outcomes,
- Student and stakeholder feedback mechanisms,
- Periodic self-assessment reports.
Based on the collected evidence, curriculum content and educational processes are continuously reviewed and improved.
9. Good Practice Indicators
- Interdisciplinary curriculum structure
- Faculty members with both academic and industry experience
- Strong emphasis on project- and application-based learning
- Integration of current technological and managerial approaches into the curriculum
10. Strategic Contribution of the Program
The Engineering Technology Management Program contributes strategically to:
- Technology-driven development policies,
- Qualified workforce needs of industry and public institutions,
- University–industry collaboration and innovation capacity.
