Master of Science in Sustainability Management (STEM)

at EDUCO - Stevens Institute of Technology USA

The introduction of 5G is ushering in a wave of developments in the internet of things, virtual reality and other enhanced broadband services. This is a revolution not just in telecommunications, but in all businesses, which will take advantage of more robust networks to provide innovative services to customers.

At Stevens, the master’s in Network & Communication Management & Services evolved from the Telecommunications Management program, in recognition of the far-reaching impact of improving wireless and broadband network technologies as corporate change agents. This STEM program challenges you to explore concepts such as 5G mobile wireless, software-defined networks, network function virtualization, IoT, cybersecurity, data analytics, computer science, electrical engineering, information systems and management. This degree is ideal for both experienced telecommunications professionals as well as recent undergraduates interested in pursuing a career in the networking and services industry.

In the biomedical engineering graduate program at Stevens, you’ll work with recognized leaders in the field, conduct high-impact research and design life-enhancing technology. Our biomedical engineering master’s program graduates thrive in academia, industry, medicine and a range of expanding opportunities in biomedical innovation.

Stevens’ multidisciplinary biomedical engineering program blends advanced study in engineering, biology, life sciences, medicine, clinical applications and bioethics. We give you the flexibility to pursue the areas of biomedical engineering that interest you most. You’ll investigate emerging areas alongside our actively patenting faculty, test and model new devices in world-class laboratories, and discover how far you can go in an entrepreneurial environment that rewards your scientific rigor and vision.

Our program is design-oriented to help you pursue new technologies from concept through commercialization. And since ideas are only as good as their implementation, we also give you multiple opportunities to work with faculty and industry partners so you leave the program better positioned for success. Whether you’re advancing a current career in biomedical engineering or moving into the field, we’ve structured the program to help you meet your professional goals. After completing our program, students typically find careers in industry, research institutions and clinical institutions. Additionally, students can use our program as a gateway to professional schools like medical, dental, veterinarian and physical therapy.

The Business Intelligence & Analytics master's program provides a blend of analytical and professional skills to help you become the kind of manager who challenges assumptions and uses data to make evidence-based decisions. At Stevens, you'll master new tools that will help you refine products, services and strategies while setting the pace for your company in markets undergoing constant, technology-driven change.

The curriculum covers the concepts at the forefront of the data revolution — machine learning, language processing, web mining, optimization and risk. Classes explore key business concepts while going beyond basics in R, SAS, Hadoop, Python and Spark. The program culminates in a capstone experience in which you'll work on a project, using real data, under the guidance of an industry mentor.

New developments in robotics, internet security and wireless networking are often the result of hardworking electrical engineers. Graduate study in electrical engineering can lead to fascinating and lucrative careers in industry, government or business, as well as further study in a doctoral program.

At Stevens, graduate students participate in cutting edge faculty research projects funded by the National Science Foundation, Air Force Research Laboratory, Office of Naval Research and various private organizations.

Concentrations

• Communications
• Power Engineering
• Robotics and Automated Systems
• Microelectronics and Photonics
• Artificial Intelligence

The materials science and engineering master’s program offers both Master of Engineering and Master of Science degrees designed to foster independent scholarly work while providing flexibility to accommodate your interests and career goals.

Each of the materials science and engineering master’s programs immerses students in a dynamic and collaborative learning environment focused on innovative research. As a student, you will receive a solid foundation in the fundamentals of materials science and investigate important current topics in energy, biomedicine and nanotechnology.

Concentrations

• Interdisciplinary Nanotechnology (CEMS, CCB, ME, PHY)
• Interdisciplinary Microelectronics and Photonics (CEMS, ECE, PHY)
• Materials Technology for Energy and Sustainability

The ocean engineering master’s program at Stevens is one of only a few in the country. Our world-renowned faculty, state-of-the-art research facilities, strategic initiatives and nationwide partnerships supply graduate students with a wealth of opportunities in oceanography, maritime administration, naval architecture and environmental studies related to our waterways and coastal environments. The marine industry is vast and ever-evolving, with a great deal of opportunity for young ocean engineers to pursue impactful research and innovative careers.

Master's students are encouraged to make contributions to the field while studying. Stevens is known for its award-winning student body, cultivating advancements in predicting extreme weather, mapping currents, protecting communities against environmental hazards and enhancing port performance.

The finance world's rapid transition to a digital discipline has created incredible opportunities for experts in computer science, statistics, economics and mathematics to develop solutions to increasingly complex problems, such as how to value an asset, how to assess risk and the smartest ways to manage a portfolio. Quants are some of the most-sought professionals on Wall Street for their coding versatility and ability to model financial data to drive better decision-making.

The Financial Engineering program at Stevens resides in the School of Business, giving it a practical orientation that few other programs offer. Lessons emphasize how technical tools can address specific challenges in the markets, while preparing you to identify inefficiencies, recognize opportunities and develop innovative new products. The Stevens program also recognizes the systemic nature of financial markets and prepares you for the challenges of working in large, interconnected environments.

A master's in software engineering centers on building reliable, responsive, safe and secure software systems that propel industry and society forward in an increasingly interconnected world. In our software engineering program, you'll learn about the life cycle process and how to build sustainable products. You'll also acquire the skill sets necessary to design, build, test, and maintain software systems, and to manage software projects with optimal efficiency.

The School of Systems & Enterprises' (SSE's) software engineering students come from varied backgrounds — computer science, general science, mathematics, engineering, business and liberal arts — to develop the intellectual toolkit necessary to become architects and project leaders who can build the software-intensive systems of the future. The master's in software engineering program equips students with advanced knowledge in software architecture, project management, technical planning, risk management and software assurance – areas that are essential in implementing and overseeing software-intensive projects of high technical complexity.

Today's information systems manager needs to have a thorough command not only of technology — security, compliance, analytics, mobile networks and cloud-based systems — but of business, and the way employees use technology to get the job done. The Information Systems master's program brings an analytics-intensive approach to topics like digital innovation and cybersecurity, empowering you as a decision-maker whose insights guide technology strategy across the enterprise.

Courses in this STEM program encourage information systems consultants, IT auditors and project managers to frame problems from the perspective of a CIO who drives organizational change through technology. A curricular balance of new coding skills and leadership perspectives will turn you into a creative problem-solver able to stay ahead of the rapid pace of technology.

Leading companies are discovering that what’s good for the environment is also good for business—and the demand for qualified sustainability professionals is growing at a rapid rate. The MS in Sustainability Management at Stevens prepares you to meet this demand head-on and equips you with the tools to lead in this new era of sustainable development.

Progress on sustainability requires a holistic approach, with contributors from all areas of expertise, bridging the gap between scientific progress and social implementation. In the sustainability management master’s program, students coming from the humanities, social sciences, business, policy or law will gain advanced knowledge of the science and technology of sustainability to drive action. Students with engineering, design and science backgrounds will develop the soft skills and management abilities required to lead. All students will learn to work effectively across silos and disciplines to lead bigger initiatives for systemic change.

Stevens is also home to a number of world-class research centers where students can engage with advanced innovations in environmental and energy sustainability.