Engineer the future: new programs in Materials & Energy Sciences and AI for Medicine

By Ashley Jefferson | August 10, 2020

UofL is proud to announce the launch of two new online engineering programs. Both programs prepare engineers to advance the future of their industry – be that renewable energy or healthcare.

Read on for details on the newly launched Master of Science in Materials and Energy Science & Engineering and Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine.

M.S. in Materials and Energy Sciences & Engineering

Meeting the rising energy demand is one of our greatest challenges, affecting quality of life, education and commerce across the globe.

Gain the knowledge and expertise to better address this challenge and influence the quality of life worldwide with UofL’s online Master of Science in Materials and Energy Science & Engineering.

Discover the power of advanced materials and renewables.

This multidisciplinary program delivers in-depth knowledge in areas such as materials chemistry and physics, processing, energy conversion and storage, and systems-level engineering.

“Materials and energy scientists and engineers receive the gratification that comes from working toward addressing the most important challenges of this century. Professionals in this area choose this field not only because of the growing job market and potential compensation, but to be of service to society by applying their engineering knowledge and skills to meet advanced materials challenges and energy challenges faced worldwide. The new M.S. in Materials and Energy Science & Engineering is a multidisciplinary program that prepares graduates for careers in a semiconductor manufacturing industry that targets improving our quality of life.”

Dr. Mahendra Sunkara, Program Director
Conn Center for Renewable Energy Research
M.S. in Materials and Energy Science & Engineering

You can complete the 30 required courses in as little as 1 year – or enroll part-time and move at a pace that better suits your life.

If you’re ready to discover, implement and advance new energy sources for society, learn more at the MESE program page.

Taught in part by researchers at the Conn Center for Renewable Energy Research.

Grad Certificate: AI in Medicine

The volume of biomedical and patient data is continuously increasing, the variety of diseases is broader than ever and standard methods of assessment are becoming insufficient.

Enhance your ability to effectively analyze medical problems and interpret complex data with UofL’s online Artificial Intelligence in Medicine Certificate.

Innovate through AI-powered solutions.

This highly-specialized expertise allows you to effectively analyze biomedical data, improve patient care and advance your career.

“Biomedical data are now available in an overwhelming volume, and the potential benefits gained by using advanced technologies to manage and analyze these data are exponential. The primary goal of UofL’s AI in Medicine certificate is to prepare medical professionals and engineers to effectively use these technologies, and to improve patient care as a result.”

Hermann Frieboes, Ph.D.
Program Director

The certificate is comprised of 5 graduate courses (15 credit hours), which students can complete in just 2 semesters.

If you’re interested in advancing medicine through advanced technologies, or know someone who might be, learn more at the certificate program page.

UofL Online Programs

The University of Louisville offers degrees and certificate programs 100% online, delivering quality online education to non-traditional students and professionals who need alternative learning delivery methods and want to earn a college degree or certificate to start or advance their career — from wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for them. Read more about our programs in our featured blog posts.

Effective Leadership Course: Online MEng. in Engineering Management

By Ashley Jefferson | August 7, 2020 | Comments 0 Comment

Bill Harrington, UofL professor for the online Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (MEEM) program, talks below about the value of the EM 676 Effective Leadership industrial engineering course for MEEM students.

Effective Leadership (EM 676) is a course designed to bring focus to one’s leadership journey. The course begins with each student developing a personal vision statement after reflecting on personal values, purpose, and aspiration as they pertain to career and life in general.

Throughout the course, students explore how they will grow toward their ideal selves by using Intentional Change Theory, which was developed by Richard Boyatzis, a leading researcher in the field of Organizational Development. This work culminates in the final project.

Along the way, challenging leadership topics are covered to help students identify ways in which they can grow. These topics include emotional intelligence, setting corporate and departmental vision, change management, performance improvement, sourcing decisions, and leading thoughtfully through a merger or acquisition.

The common theme in all of these topics is that they involve aspects of leading others. Students who have completed Effective Leadership have consistently shared how the course has helped them better define and approach their career objectives.

As the instructor, I find great joy in listening to students and serving in many ways as a career coach.

– Bill Harrington, MEEM Online Professor

Find our more about UofL’s online Master of Engineering in Engineering Management program.

Become a better manager: business analytics is key

By Ashley Jefferson | August 4, 2020 | Comments 0 Comment

Does your organization look for data when deciding how to tackle a challenge or how to move forward? Are you regularly asked to support your business strategy with data? Are you pursuing your first or next leadership role? Want to become a better manager?

In a world where data is booming and businesses are expected to make data-driven decisions, understanding how to use, analyze and communicate effectively in key business analytics areas is now essential to success.

UofL’s new fully online Managerial Analytics Certificate equips current or aspiring business managers with the critical data management and data science expertise needed to make strategic business decisions in a fast-changing marketplace.

What is Managerial Analytics?

Managerial analytics focuses on skills in rapidly-developing and in-demand areas, targeting anyone looking to become a better manager through data-driven expertise. These areas include business analytics, artificial intelligence, blockchain, spreadsheet modeling, storytelling through data and more—all with a business management focus.

Who is this online business certificate designed for?

UofL’s online Managerial Analytics Certificate is designed for anyone with a bachelor’s degree that currently manages or aspires to manage some component of a business’ strategy, decision-making or implementation. Understanding how to look at data, results and forecasting can help you make more effective choices with confidence. The analytics expertise gained in this program can be applied to all areas of business, from marketing to sales, operations, finance, people management and more.

Benefits of UofL’s online Managerial Analytics Certificate

Increase your functional knowledge in the rapidly growing field of data analytics as it applies to business management.
Learn to apply analytics across business areas including, but not limited to: finance and forecasting, price optimization, customer acquisition, computer information systems, web page analysis, operations management, inventory planning and more.
Develop your ability to communicate analysis and results through data visualization and data storytelling.
Get a jump start on your MBA—credits earned in the certificate can count as 1/5 of your UofL online MBA. This combination delivers a powerful set of credentials, intended to empower you to overcome any challenge faced by the businesses of today and tomorrow as a result of continuous advancements in big data, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.
Complete your business certificate in managerial analytics in as little as 2 semesters.
Connect and network with other professionals across the industry.
Learn when it’s convenient for you with 100% online courses and anywhere, anytime access.

Get started today!

The new online Managerial Analytics Certificate is offered through the College of Business at the University of Louisville. The College of Business is an AACSB accredited online school. Read more about our business programs.

Summer ’20 Newsletter: Online Engineering Management Program

By admin | July 29, 2020

Learn more and apply today for UofL’s online Master’s in Engineering Management.

Six Sigma Certification Now Available!

Letter from Dr. Elizabeth Gentry, MEEM Program Director

2020 has not been the year that we were all expecting!

I hope you all are doing well! During the past few months, I have listened and been a part of discussions on how we can use the tools that are learned in engineering management to process improve and help with the issues that Covid-19 has presented.

One of the tools that can help is six sigma. Six sigma helps processes by focusing on what matters most to the customer to help improve quality and reduce waste. I am excited to announce that we will be offering six sigma black belt certification courses as part of the EM program.

The certification includes four courses:

EM 613 – Operations Management
EM 661 – Engineering Statistics II
EM 684 – Process Improve App. I
EM 685 – Process Improve App. II

During EM 685, the student will complete a black belt project and take a test through the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers. This is going to be a great addition to the program! EM 684 and EM 685 will be offered for the first time in spring 2021.

Best wishes,
Dr. Elizabeth Gentry
Director, Engineering Management Program

Student Spotlight

Madeline Baldwin

What was your favorite EM class?
My favorite EM class has been Operations Management (so far!)

How are you using EM in your work?
Elements of all the courses I have taken so far have cropped up in my work or meetings. I am more confident in my contributions knowing that I have a solid background in these topics.

What made you choose the UofL EM program?
I chose the UofL EM program because it is a great program with eight week courses. This has allowed me to have a great work life balance as I am pursuing the degree part-time. It also gives me the flexibility to travel in between courses.

What are you most looking forward to the rest of this year?
Academically: I am crossing the 3/4 point in the EM program.
Professionally: I am excited about starting a new job at my company.
Personally: I was looking forward to hiking the Swiss Alps this fall, but we are pushing that to 2021.

Ready to get started?

Fall Term 1 starts August 17
Fall Term 2 starts October 8
Spring Term 1 starts January 6

Know someone who’d excel at the online Engineering Management program?

We’re always looking for new engineers who we can help take their career to the next level. Refer a friend by emailing elizabeth.gentry@louisville.edu and receive a small prize.

Career Coaching

The JB Speed School of Engineering at the University of Louisville offers a one stop shop for all students in terms of their professional plans. Our staff can provide career coaching in terms of resume and cover letter preparation, practice interviews (in person or over the phone), LinkedIn profile reviews, graduate school applications, and salary negotiation.

Students that are taking online courses are also eligible for these services. In addition, we can provide information on relocating, new graduate salary statistics for UofL engineering students (mostly local offers), and job search strategies.

If you have any interest in utilizing these services, please reach out to Mary Andrade.

Mary Andrade
Engineering Career Services
Associate Director mary.andrade@louisville.edu
502-852-3196

Read about other faculty and students in previous editions of the MEEM newsletter.