Research in the Department of Industrial Management combines technology and business; technological engineering sciences and business studies. Researchers at the department possess both business skills and technological expertise, which is an asset in communication and in the comprehensive understanding of the field of technology.
Basic industry, such as the forest, metal, chemical and energy industries are the special focus areas of the department. Also the development of new industries (e.g. the ICT sector) is followed closely. Research is carried out in collaboration with industry and research organisations.
Research focuses on the department’s key areas of expertise. In addition to basic research, the department conducts company-oriented applied research. Through basic research, the department creates know-how for studies and applied research.