TLI supports the career development needs of our students and corporate partners to keep MN’s high-tech businesses at the forefront of the global market.
At the University of Minnesota Technological Leadership Institute (TLI) we bridge the space where leadership, technology management, science and engineering converge. The institute is an affiliate of the College of Science and Engineering, a home to internationally-recognized faculty and research.
What makes our degree programs stand out?
You can become a leader of a technology-intensive company through our Master of Science in Management of Technology degree program. More than one-third of our MOT graduates become executives within five to seven years. Another 50 percent become managers and senior managers.
Learn more about the TLI MOT degree program:
http://tli.umn.edu/graduate-programs/management-technology
Anticipate, effectively manage, and understand the challenges of the complex, highly regulated global medical device industry with an Master of Science in Medical Device Innovation. Where are approximately half of the world's medical device companies? Minnesota. At TLI you will advance in the heart of the industry. Learn more about the TLI MDI degree program: http://tli.umn.edu/graduate-programs/medical-device-innovation
Develop breadth and depth in the growing field of critical infrastructure protection in our Master of Science in Security Technologies. Ensure the safety of citizens and communities while protecting critical infrastructure in an industry that accounts for more than $100 billion of annual revenue in the U.S. alone. Learn more about the TLI MSST degree program:
http://tli.umn.edu/graduate-programs/security-technologies
World-Renowned Leadership:
TLI's world-renowned faculty, endowed chairs and advisory board demonstrate excellence in teaching, bring high-profile research capabilities, and deliver expertise in business and industry.
Technically Speaking:
Technically Speaking by the University of Minnesota Technological Leadership Institute features free, interactive seminars by experts and thinkers in business, science and technology. The Technically Speaking seminar series provides the business community with an opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and insight on a wide range of topics while connecting with industry peers. Learn more about Technically Speaking: https://tli.umn.edu/technically-speaking-series
TLI’s mission is to develop local and global leaders for technology-intensive enterprises, and to empower executives and leaders in their strategic vision to leverage technology to drive business development.
M.S. in Management of Technology (MOT)
M.S. in Medical Device Innovation (MDI)
M.S. in Security Technologies (MSST)
Management of Technology graduate minor
Securities Technology graduate minor
Cyber Security graduate minor
