Applied Technology
Turn Your Passion for Technology into a Powerful Career
The world is evolving rapidly — and so is the demand for skilled professionals who can bridge the gap between innovation and real-world solutions. Our Applied Technology Programs will prepare students to thrive in this dynamic landscape by combining hands-on experience with cutting-edge knowledge in today’s most in-demand tech fields.
Why Choose Applied Technology at the University of Memphis?
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Industry-Driven Curriculum: Designed in collaboration with local and national industry partners to ensure job-ready skills.
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Hands-On Learning: Real-world projects, lab-based instruction, and access to state-of-the-art equipment and software.
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Career-Focused Tracks: Specialize in areas like Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Manufacturing, Construction and Aviation.
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Flexible Scheduling: Full-time, part-time, and hybrid options to fit your lifestyle.
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Stackable Credentials: Earn certifications along the way to a full degree — and boost your resume while you learn.
Explore our different degree and certificate options in a variety of hands-on, career-focused pathways. Whether you're interested supervision and leadership, technical careers, or specialized industries, the right degree can open doors and set the foundation for long-term success.
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Degree programs:
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Information Technology
Designed to meet workforce needs, students will gain fundamentals of administrative leadership in the technological fields while building skill sets in multiple facets of information technology. -
Manufacturing Supervision
Gain the technical and leadership skills needed to supervise and support successful manufacturing operations with this degree. -
Construction Leadership
Strong construction leadership skills are a must when guiding construction assignments. This degree builds a solid knowledge base and skill set to find success in the construction sector. - Organizational Leadership
Designed to develop the skills and knowledge in leadership theory, team dynamics, ethics, and strategic decision-making to lead people and manage change effectively within organizations..
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Certificate Programs:
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Manufacturing Leadership
Students will gain a practical approach to supervisory management, methods for work improvement, including lean concepts, quality analysis and improvement, and planning and controlling production and distribution operations - Networking and Security
Providing students knowledge and skills in various operating systems, the internet, computer networks, and network security
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The Herff College of Engineering, Applied Technology department is proud to also offer two degrees in the specialized industry of aviation. Our degrees in commercial aviation and aviation management strive to produce quality aviators through rich learning experiences guided by professionally engaged faculty. These programs will prepare students for employment as airline pilots, or in a variety of aviation-related careers, such as corporate aviation, general aviation, aviation-related business, airport operations, and governmental regulation of aviation.
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Degree programs:
Career Opportunities and Organizations
Information Technology
Memphis Technology Foundation
Association for Women in Computing
Information Systems Security Association
Manufacturing Supervision
Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Partnership
National Association of Manufacturers
Construction Leadership
ABC Greater Tennessee
Construction Leardership Network
American Institute of Constructors
Organizational Leadership
Lean In
Women In Leadership League
The Forum of Young Global Leaders
The Executive Leadership Council
Aviation Industry
University Aviation Association
Sisters of the Skies
Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals
Women in Aviation International
The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
National Business Aviation Association
Ready to plan your future?
Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, a working adult looking to upskill or reskill, or even a tech enthusiast ready to launch a new career, our Applied Technology programs can help you reach your goals.
Start your journey in a high-demand field with limitless possibilities and apply today!