How can you design a complex and sustainable consumer product or bring novel renewable energy technologies and processes to market? How can you minimize production costs without compromising on quality and safety?
These are typical questions that a graduate of the Master’s programme in Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM) is able to address. In a progressively technological society, IEM engineers will increasingly become leaders of technological innovation and design.
A student in the Master’s degree programme in IEM learns how to solve technological problems in a business context. In IEM, we work on industrial problems from a technical and scientific design perspective. The general aim of our IEM Master’s programme is to train engineers to acquire a thorough overview of all primary and secondary business processes in the fields of Production Technology and Logistics (PTL) and Sustainable Process Engineering (SPE).
More than its nearest competitors, the IEM Master's degree programme of the University of Groningen focuses on technology. Over two-thirds of the curriculum is dedicated to engineering and technology. Additionally there are courses that focus on management and business. You can choose between two tracks:
About 70% of the curriculum is dedicated to engineering and technology, and the remainder focuses on Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, and Systems Engineering. You can choose from five specializations within the two tracks.
Production Technology and Logistics
- Advanced Production Engineering
- Smart Systems in Control and Automation
- Production Logistics Engineering
Sustainable Process Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Biotechnology
About 65% of the curriculum is dedicated to engineering and technology, and about 35% focuses on management and business. Within the two tracks, you can choose between five specialisations:
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CoursesCourse Catalog > | 1a | 1b | ||
Foundations of Logistics Systems Engineering (5 EC) | ||||
Robotics for IEM (5 EC) | ||||
Simulation of Logistic Systems (5 EC) | ||||
Surface Engineering and Coating Technology (5 EC) | ||||
Technology Based Entrepreneurship (5 EC) | ||||
Analysis and Control of Smart Systems (5 EC) | ||||
Sustainable Industrial Practice (5 EC) |
2-year programme; credits per year: 60 ECTS; most courses are 5 ECTS.
This 2-year programme consists of 4 compulsory courses, 5 track specific courses and 4 electives that allow you to choose your preferred specialization. In addition, the second year is dedicated to a Master Research Project (30 ECTS) and a Master Design Project (25 ECTS).
For the complete curriculum, please see: https://ocasys.rug.nl/current/catalog/programme/60029-5604 (Sustainable Process Engineering) and https://ocasys.rug.nl/current/catalog/programme/60029-5601 (
Programme options |
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Production Technology and Logistics (PTL) (track) More information about the specific content this track can be found here: https://ocasys.rug.nl/current/catalog/programme/60029-5601 When you decide to apply for the Master's degree programme in IEM, be sure to apply to your preferred track. |
Sustainable Process Engineering (track) More information about the specific content of this track can be found here: https://ocasys.rug.nl/current/catalog/programme/60029-5604 When you decide to apply for the Master's degree programme in IEM, be sure to apply to your preferred track. |
Exchange: Studying abroad is possible at a number of partner institutions, in consultation with the degree programme.
Internship: This programme offers you the opportunity to carry out an internship at a company in the Netherlands or abroad. Our choice of industry partners ranges from large multinationals (such as Shell, Philips, Unilever) to dynamic small-medium enterprises in the Groningen area. The internship has a typical duration of 3 to 5 months and counts towards your final degree (as a Master Design Project).
Study programme | Organization | Transition |
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Mechanical Engineering | All Universities of applied sciences |
Via a pre-master with a maximum of
Access to be decided by the admissions board. Mechanical Engineering students often follow the Production Technology and Logistics track within the MSc Industrial Engineering and Management. Contact the academic advisor (click Contact button on this page) if you have questions about the deficiency |
Chemical Engineering | All Universities of applied sciences |
Via a pre-master with a maximum of Access to be decided by the admissions board A Chemical Technology diploma provides access to the PPT (Product and Process Technology) track of the MSc in Industrial Engineering & Management. Contact the academic advisor (click Contact button on this page) if you have questions about the deficienc |
Study programme | Organization | Transition |
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Industrial Engineering and Management | University of Groningen | No additional requirements |
Specific requirements | More information |
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previous education |
A university Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and Management or equivalent degree. A special pre-master programme is available for holders of a technical Dutch HBO or WO Bachelor's degree in the field of engineering. For details on the transfer options, please make an appointment with the academic advisor: https://www.rug.nl/fse/organization/esc/academicadvisors/external-pages/msc.-industrial-engineering-and-management-studieadviseur Information about admission possibilities and requirements for students from a Dutch HBO institute is also published on: https://www.rug.nl/fse/msc-admission |
knowledge minimum |
Sufficient English proficiency on VWO level is required. |
other admission requirements |
BEFORE YOU APPLY Make sure to visit 'MSc Application Procedure' at www.rug.nl/fse/msc-admission for all the necessary information about the procedure and admission requirements. |
Do you prefer an early decision on your request of admission? Don't wait until 1 May, but use one of the earlier deadlines for this Master's programme (for a course start on 1 September). If the University of Groningen has received your complete application before, then you will receive a decision at the latest on:
Application - Decision:
1 December– 15 January
1 February – 1 March
15 March – 15 April
1 May - 15 June
The Board of Admissions will decide whether you can be admitted to the Master's degree programme. Please fill out the checklist to describe your pre-education.
Type of student | Deadline | Start course |
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Dutch students | 01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 |
EU/EEA students | 01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 |
non-EU/EEA students | 01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 |
Specific requirements | More information |
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previous education |
Holders of a foreign Bachelor's or Master's degree with equivalent learning outcomes as the Bachelor's degree programme Industrial Engineering and Management of the University of Groningen can be admissible. The Admissions Office will determine the level of the prior education. Please see the check list for the required documents. Depending on the applicant's previous education, admission may be limited to a specific track or specialization. The Board of Admissions determines whether the specific contents of your courses meet the admission requirements. Production Technology and Logistics: Preferred Bachelor's degree programme: Mechanical Engineering; Materials Science / Engineering; Applied Physics; Industrial Engineering; Control Engineering; Aerospace Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Applied Mathematics; Systems Engineering. Prerequisite courses: Calculus; Linear Algebra; Supply Chain Management; Operations Research; Accounting; Mechanics; Control Engineering; Automatic Control; Production Planning; Quality Control. Sustainable Process Engineering (formerly PPT): Preferred Bachelor's degree programme: Chemical Engineering; Biochemical Engineering; Biotechnology; Bio Process Technology. Prerequisite courses: Calculus; Linear Algebra, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management; Accounting; Reactor Technology; Separation Processes; Transport Phenomena. |
professional experience | |
language test |
MAKE SURE TO VISIT http://www.rug.nl/fwn/fmns-programme/admissions/msc/language-requirements for all the necessary information about required language tests and minimum scores. |
The Board of Admissions will decide whether you can be admitted to the Master's degree programme. Applications are evaluated on a continuous basis. You do not have to wait until the application deadline to apply.
Please fill out the checklist to describe your pre-education.
Do you prefer an early decision on your request for admission? Don't wait until 1 May, but use one of the earlier deadlines for this Master's programme (for a programme start on 1 September).
If the University of Groningen receives your complete application before the application deadline stated below, then you will receive a decision at the latest on:
Application - Decision:
1 December– 15 January
1 February – 1 March
1 March – 15 April
1 May - 15 June
Type of student | Deadline | Start course |
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Dutch students | 01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 |
EU/EEA students | 01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 |
non-EU/EEA students | 01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 |
Nationality | Year | Fee | Programme form |
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EU/EEA | 2023-2024 | € 2314 | full-time |
non-EU/EEA | 2023-2024 | € 20700 | full-time |
Practical information for:
Career-market analyses consistently show a high demand for professionals with a combined technical and managerial background. Holders of a Master's degree in IEM can work as product managers, product developers, production managers, process designers, and engineering consultants.
== IEM engineers with a Production Technology and Logistics (PTL) specialisation ==
IEM engineers with a PTL specialisation can start a career as a product manager, involved in the development of new innovative products within the tight boundaries of technical, market and product-related constraints.
== Sustainable Process Engineering (SPE) specialised IEM engineers ==
SPE-specialised IEM engineers can become members of product and process design teams or for example begin a career as a production manager in industrial companies.
Various research groups are associated with the Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM) Master's degree programme at the University of Groningen, which are all clustered within the Engineering and Technology institute Groningen (ENTEG).
The
Engineering and Technology
institute Groningen (ENTEG)
The research in the institute focuses on the application of fundamental sciences (physics, mathematics, (bio)chemistry and material science) to the design of new (sustainable) product and production concepts and to the control of the production processes, and supports their valorization.
At the moment the Institute comprises 9 research
groups:
- Advanced Production
Engineering
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Bioproduct
Engineering
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Computational
Mechanical and Materials Engineering
- Green
Chemical Reaction Engineering
- Discrete
Technology & Production Automation
- Optimization
and Decision Systems
- Products
and Processes for Biotechnology in the Biobased Economy
- Product
Technology
- Smart
Manufacturing Systems
Read moreWhat I really like about the Master's programme is that I can apply the knowledge that I have acquired directly within industry.
Endre Eisenga - Student of the MSc Industrial Engineering and Management
While doing my Bachelor’s in IEM, I became very interested in applying technical business theory to create models that can simulate reality. When looking for a Master’s programme, I decided to do the IEM Master’s, mainly because of the number of elective courses. I was able to align the courses very well with my interests and create a unique track. I chose the Production Technology and Logistics track, with elective courses focusing on system control and optimization.
What I really like about the Master’s programme is that I can apply the knowledge that I have acquired directly within industry. For example, besides doing my Master’s degree, I am currently a student consultant at Wehkamp, where I am part of a project organized by IEM students. After completing the first year of the IEM Master’s in the form of courses within the programme, my second year consists of doing research at the university for half a year and a design project at a company for half a year. I am planning to do my research at another university, located in Milan. For my design project, I am still considering my options, but I am confident that my broad technical background will enable me to find a company that is a good fit.
Read morePerfect balance between basic business administration and technical detail
After my graduation I started as a consultant at the Strategy & Operations practice of Deloitte Consulting. I focus on large scale transformations like designing and implementing new operating models, large scale cost reductions and mergers and acquisitions.
Currently I’m working on a M&A project where I work in the team that designs the global to-be organization structure of two merging international clients in Consumer Business. My role typically includes facilitating client sessions, doing data analysis and making client documentation.
During my years in Groningen I became a broad allround engineer with a strong analytical background. The combination of analytical and numerical skills and knowledge of business administration is crucial for a good consultant in my opinion. IEM Groningen offered me the perfect balance between basic business administration and technical detail.
The study also allowed me to learn about my own strengths and interests. I think it’s important to do the things that you are passionate about and IEM will provide you with the right toolset to pursue any type of career after your graduation.
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