/College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department of Technology, AI and Society

Technological Systems Management (TSM)

The Technological Systems Management program prepares graduates to lead and manage technological innovation responsibly in complex and changing organizational and societal contexts. Through an interdisciplinary and systems-oriented education, graduates develop the ability to evaluate emerging technologies, address complex challenges, make informed and ethical decisions, and contribute to sustainable solutions. The program prepares graduates to adapt to technological change, foster innovation, and contribute meaningfully to organizations and society throughout their careers.

Undergraduate program learning objectives 

Evaluate complex technological systems through the synthesis of engineering, natural sciences, social sciences, and applied disciplines to examine technical, organizational, and societal impacts of existing and next generation innovations.

Utilize systems thinking and analytical problem-solving to evaluate risks in complex socio-technical systems and develop data-informed strategic interventions.

Formulate and defend ethical and professional choices through the evaluation of regulatory, moral, societal, ecological, and financial impacts associated with technology systems leadership.

Evaluate emerging technologies and adapt to technological change through continuous learning and strategic problem-solving to address complex organizational and technical challenges.

Express concepts and partner productively through the clear articulation of complex ideas across varied media, ensuring meaningful engagement with diverse cross-functional teams.

Explore Your Future Career Opportunities

  • IT Project Coordinator/ Project Manager
  • Systems Analyst
  • Entry Level Project/ Product Manager
  • IT Support Specialist
  • Operations Manager
  • Data Analyst

Learn About the TSM Program

 

ADDITIONAL Undergraduate Programs

Minor in Industrial Engineering (IE)

Admission to the industrial engineering minor requires completion of Calculus I and Calculus II (or equivalents) with a grade of C or higher, and a cumulative grade point average of 2.80 or higher.
The industrial engineering minor requires completion of six courses (18 credits) and must include at least three courses(9 credits) that are not used to satisfy the requirements of the student’s major(s) or other minors.
This minor may result in courses with prerequisites for some of the chosen courses meeting the minor requirements. Students who are not in majors that require these prerequisites must plan to take them in addition to the minor requirements.
Each course taken to satisfy the requirements for the minor must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

Required Courses (12 credits)
EST 280 Fundamentals of Industrial Engineering: Industrial Engineering & Management Practices
EST 342 Industrial Engineering Ops Research, or AMS 341 Operations Research I: Deterministic Models
EST 392 Engineering Economics
AMS 310 Probability & Statistics (or equivalent)

Elective Courses (6 credits)
AMS 315 Data Analysis
AMS 342 Operations Research II: Stochastic Models
ESM 455 Materials and Processes in Manufacturing Design
EST 305 Applications Software for Information Management
EST 326 Management for Engineers
EST 391 Technology Assessment
EST 393 Project Management
MEC 203 Engineering Graphics and CAD
MEC 325 Manufacturing Processes

The industrial engineering specialization requires completion of seven courses (21 credits). The specialization must not include courses that are used to satisfy the requirements of the student's TSM major.

Accelerated BS/MS Program

The Accelerated BS/MS program is specifically designed for Technology and Society students who maintain strong academic performance, enabling you to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree within five years. A key advantage of this program is the opportunity for students to count graduate-level courses taken in their senior year toward both their undergraduate and graduate degree requirements. Consequently, participants can achieve both degrees in one additional year, or two semesters, effectively streamlining your educational path.

To apply for the Accelerated BS/MS program, applicants must be Technology and Society students with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above at the time of application. Eligibility for admission requires two semesters of undergraduate enrollment (students entering their final two semesters before graduating with your undergraduate degree).  If you don't meet this requirement, you can apply directly to the master's program using the link located here to take graduate classes.

Additionally, candidates are required to have completed at least three designated Technology and Society courses (EST202, EST 391, and EST 393) at Stony Brook, achieving an overall GPA of 3.25 or higher in these courses. Furthermore, the Graduate School mandates a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 by the end of the senior year to qualify for matriculation into the graduate program; failure to meet this criterion may result in dismissal from the program.

Admission to the program is contingent upon approval from the department's Graduate Admissions Committee, which evaluates applicants based on their academic performance and readiness for graduate study.

Students are encouraged to apply to this five-year program at the end of their junior year, subject to the requirements below.
  • You must see our Graduate Program Coordinator to declare your intention to enroll.
  • The application process includes sending your resume, a statement of purpose, and at least two recommendation letters to the Graduate Program Coordinator. At least one recommendation letter must be from a current technology and society department faculty member. Your statement of purpose should be 1 to 3 pages in length and include your relevant past experience, immediate and long goals and what you hope to accomplish with a master’s degree.
  • Applicants interested in a graduate degree that cannot meet these criteria are encouraged to apply directly to the M.S. program.
  • Before the end of final semester as an undergraduate student, you must see the Graduate Program Coordinator to prepare documents to matriculate into the Graduate School. If you do not contact the Graduate Program Coordinator, we will assume you are no longer interested in continuing in the accelerated BS/MS program as a graduate student.
  • As an undergraduate, the student must receive permission from the Graduate School in order to take graduate courses that will count towards both BS and MS degrees.
  • Before completing undergraduate requirements, you will need to apply for admission to the Graduate School.
Students that do not follow the two steps above will be terminated from the Accelerated program; if you want to enter the MS program, you will need to follow the standard admission procedures for the MS program.

To register for graduate courses in your senior year, please follow up with the Graduate Program Coordinator.

You will receive your BS degree when you have fulfilled the undergraduate program requirements regardless of whether you are still in the Accelerated Program or not.