The Master’s degree program 'Management in Polymer Technologies (MPT)' combines key subject areas in polymer engineering and business administration. The curriculum is globally unique, expanding on undergraduate studies in Polymer Engineering at the JKU. Applicants who hold an undergraduate degree in Technical Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Technical Physics, or Mechatronics need to complete mandatory bridging subjects during the MPT program. Graduates of other undergraduate degree programs admitted to the program may be required to complete additional coursework of up to 40 ECTS credits during the program. The program is flexible, allowing students to specialize in polymer technologies and business administration, including Sustainable Development. Graduates can pursue professions ranging from project management to marketing and to executive management positions.
Master's Degree in Management in Polymer Technologies (MPT)
Degree
DI (equivalent to an MSc)
Durations
4 Semesters
ECTS
120 Credits
Language
English (Level B2)
Graduates of the MPT program are highly sought-after specialists and can pursue a variety of occupations at companies hiring experts who possess a unique background in both engineering and business. Job opportunities exist in:
Polymer-based products and technologies are vital to today's economy and their innovative potential is limitless. In lieu of the social challenges outlined in the UN’s ‘Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)’, graduates of the MPT program can also:
After successful completion of the Master's degree program, you can earn an advanced degree at the JKU:
On average, graduates in this field find a job 1 month after completing the program. After 3 years on the job, their average monthly gross salary is € 4.087.
Professor Lang explains just how things at LIT are, what you need to bring to the table to study polymer engineering technologies, what research and teaching mean to him, and just what opportunties you have here.
As part of the Master’s degree program, students are required to complete courses totaling 120 ECTS credits in the following areas:
| SEMESTER | S 1 | S 2 | S 3 | S 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Management Basics | 12 | - | - | - |
| Management Advanced | - | 6 | 9 | - |
| Advanced Polymer Technologies | 11.5 | 10.5 | 3 | - |
Advanced Electives in Management and Polymer Technologies | 3.5 | 13.5 | 12 | - |
Electives | 3 | - | 6 | 3 |
Master's Thesis | - | - | - | 25 |
Final Master's Examination | - | - | - | 2 |
| ECTS (Total: 120) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
Applicants to the program must fulfill certain pre-requisite requirements and show they have taken certain subject during undergraduate studies. Please see the curriculum for the Bachelor's degree programs in Technical Chemistry, Technical Physics, Mechatronics, and Biochemistry to learn more about the required pre-requisite courses.
Contact the Admissions Office for additional information about the admission requirements.
Do you need help registering or do you have questions about the program? Contact the JKU's Office of Student Information and Academic Advising (SIBS)!
Johannes Kepler University Linz
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4040 Linz, Austria
