Lead at the intersection of business, engineering, and technology
The Hoeft Technology & Management Program (T&M Program) brings together top Illinois business and engineering students to become innovative, cross-disciplinary leaders. In this competitive minor, you’ll work with peers across colleges, solve real challenges with corporate partners, and gain the skills to turn bold ideas into action. Applications open to sophomores.
Curriculum
Explore a cohesive blend of business, engineering, and technology coursework that equips you to lead in innovation-driven industries.
Faculty Highlights
Learn from leading scholars and industry practitioners who bring cutting-edge research and real-world insight into the classroom.
International Opportunities
Experience the global nature of business through study abroad and international immersion opportunities.
Corporate Partners
Collaborate with leading companies on real business challenges and gain a front-row view of today’s most dynamic industries.
Who we are
The Hoeft Technology & Management Program is a joint minor offered by Gies College of Business and The Grainger College of Engineering. Designed for high-achieving undergraduates, the T&M Program blends business, engineering, and technology to prepare you for the challenges of today’s innovation-driven economy.
You’ll build expertise through a sequenced curriculum, hands-on projects, and partnerships with top corporations—learning how to manage the people, products, and processes that drive transformation.
The program is open to business and engineering majors who want to:
- Work across disciplines and lead diverse teams
- Solve complex problems using both technical and strategic thinking
- Apply their skills to real-world innovation challenges
Students apply in their sophomore year and begin the program as juniors. T&M alumni thrive in industries from aerospace and finance to healthcare, energy, and technology.
Why apply
The T&M Program is more than a minor—it’s a launchpad for leadership. You’ll gain:
- Expertise in product development, innovation management, and global business
- Connections through corporate projects, networking events, and executive mentorship
- Hands-on experience solving real industry challenges in the capstone project
- Career readiness for roles where problem-solving and adaptability set you apart
Graduates consistently earn strong career outcomes, often receiving multiple job offers and fast-tracking into leadership roles.