Master of Business Administration (Management of Technology)

Course Overview

Gain a multi-functional perspective to drive innovation across an entire organization. Acquire the intellectual tools to bridge the gap between business management and technology systems. Innovations in science and technology have led to fundamental transformations in traditional intra- and inter-organization business practices resulting in the creation of new forms of competition, new business models and accelerated globalization. As such, organizations must rapidly introduce new products and services, new production and service creation processes, changes in the basic structure of extended supply chains, and changes in the delivery channels for consumer goods and services. The managing innovation and technology interdisciplinary concentration provides students with a deep understanding of the multifaceted drivers of firm performance under rapid advancements in science and technology as well as for a rapidly changing global marketplace. The concentration provides students with insights on the complex decision-making inherent in highly uncertain environments. The innovation and technology management domain includes: innovation and R&D management; integrating product and process development; planning and design to facilitate business innovation and flexibility; adoption and implementation including commercialization and product launch; and assessment and performance improvement. Our Full-time MBA program is an immersive, two-year experience built for those looking to change careers. Whether you come from a technical field or not, our curriculum is uniquely relevant to today's business needs. This MBA - Master of Business Administration (Management of Technology) program is offered by Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). We offer an intimate learning environment, building a cohesive community of driven individuals who will become a core component of your professional network. Our nationally ranked Full-time MBA offers a collaborative, high-caliber learning community where you work closely with classmates, faculty, and career advisors to achieve your goals. You'll delve into your studies undistracted by career commitments, with endless opportunities to enhance and tailor your learning experience. Our home is in Technology Square, a vibrant mix of students and professionals from the high-tech business community that surrounds our campus, which is located in Midtown Atlanta. The area includes the Advanced Technology Development Center, a business incubator where students find entrepreneurial education opportunities, and the Georgia Tech Enterprise Innovation Institute, the nation's largest program for business and industry assistance and technology commercialization.