A Combined Program in Industrial Engineering & Management and Computer Science

Afeka’s double major B.Sc in industrial engineering and management with computer science is designed to train engineers with broad knowledge in two key areas of modern technology: Engineering and systems management on one hand, and computer science and software on the other. This mix enables alumni to enter key roles in the industry – in smart systems development, data analysis, process design, project management, and such advanced fields as AI, data engineering, and machine learning.

Program Advantages

  1. Unique mix of tech knowledge and management skills
    Students acquire in-depth understanding of data structures, algorithms, information systems, and artificial intelligence – along with applied skills in industrial engineering and management, optimization, operations research, project management, and operations management.
  2. Practical training for the world of industry
    Students take applied courses and projects that simulate actual work in organizations. In their fourth year, they conduct a comprehensive final project over several semesters, with guidance from seasoned faculty members and industry professionals.
  3. Focus on in-demand skills
    Program alumni graduate with advanced programming abilities, analytical thinking skills, a system perspective, and business understanding – a combination that allows them to enter a wide variety of roles in technology, high tech, manufacturing, analysis, and information systems management.
  4. Multidisciplinary thinking
    The program develops students’ ability to see the big picture in an organization, with analytical, quantitative thinking alongside creative thinking, and an understanding of the business impact of technological decisions.
  5. Learning advanced tools and contemporary technologies
    The program teaches subjects such as data mining, machine learning, data engineering, Internet technology, and smart systems – key topics in the job market of today and tomorrow.

Program Structure

The program is four years long, with a total of 160 credits.
Students take introductory courses in mathematics, physics, and computer science, along with advanced courses in industrial engineering and management, information systems, computer science, and algorithmics.

The final project, which is studied in three phases, allows students to apply the knowledge they’ve accumulated throughout the program to real-life industry challenges.

Program alumni can enter a variety of roles, including:

  • Industrial engineering and management and systems analysis in technological organizations
  • Project management in computing and development
  • Software development and data engineering
  • Big data analysis
  • AI and machine learning research and development