Our Story | Technological Leadership Institute

TLI's academic programs are intentionally kept small and highly selective in order to ensure the highest quality student body and personal attention from faculty. All TLI degree offerings are tailored to empower professionals by:

• Focusing on leadership in technology-based environments
• Teaching technical professionals to analyze existing and emerging technologies
• Leveraging interdisciplinary faculty with real-world experience
• Bridging the gap between technology and business with applied learning

TLI students and graduates are at the core of the Institute's success. The outstanding contributions they make to technology innovation within the program and post-graduation impact all aspects of high-tech industries. The professionals who enroll in our degree programs continue to be among the best of the best, as are the TLI faculty members who have dedicated their careers to grooming the next generation of technology leaders.

For more than a decade, the Technological Leadership Institute has been led by its director, Dr. Massoud Amin, a world-renowned technology expert, considered by many to be the father of the smart grid. Thanks to Dr. Amin's guidance, in consultation with TLI’s endowed chairs and advisory board, the Institute continues to successfully bridge the gap between business and technology.

TLI's advisory board is comprised of faculty and alumni from the University of Minnesota, who are prominent business leaders committed to strengthening Minnesota's technological leadership position through education, research and consulting. Advisory board members review curricula, suggest new programs and support TLI’s other public activities.

The Technological Leadership Institute is dedicated to lifelong education through our degree programs, undergraduate experiences, and continuing education opportunities aimed at bridging the gap between business and technology. Learn more about the Technological Leadership Institute's organizational values.