Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Option
Area Description
The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE) Option Area includes the topics of technology planning, new product management, patents, capitalization, venture formation, business concept validation, commercialization, market assessment, and product planning. Technology is broadly interpreted, and a multidisciplinary perspective is emphasized.
Career Focus
The TIE option is designed for students seeking positions in the area of business development, product development, and innovation management. The program also will particularly appeal to students interested in technology-intensive organizations and entrepreneurial ventures.
Suggested Plan of Study
Students should take 10 hours of coursework courses to develop a strong background in the option. They are encouraged to take the recommended foundation courses and at least three electives courses from the below list.
I. Recommended Foundation Courses
MGMT 59000: Seminar in Technology Realization Topics I
MGMT 59000: Seminar in Technology Realization Topics II
II. Elective Courses
MGMT 52000: Pricing Strategy and Analysis
MGMT 52100: Brand Management
MGMT 52200: New Product Design
MGMT 56000: Manufacturing Planning and Control
MGMT 56200: Project Management
MGMT 56400: Management of Service Operations
MGMT 57200: Six Sigma and Total Quality Management
MGMT 62300: Business Marketing
MGMT 64400: Venture Capital and Investment Banking
MGMT 64500: Merger, Acquisition, and Corporate Control
MGMT 65200: Management of New and Small Firms
MGMT 65500: Competitive Strategy
MGMT 69000: Management Projects