Master of Science in Engineering Management

Rico M. Class of 2014, Military Veteran

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Program Overview

Engineering Management leadership has become a highly sought skill in today’s competitive global technological marketplace. The Master of Science in Engineering Management degree program is designed to bring the benefits of modern technology and high-quality graduate-level instruction to engineers/scientists/technologists interested in furthering their skills in engineering management with specialization in the following areas:

Project Management to become effective future project managers
Systems Management to manage the lifecycle of systems including definition, development, deployment and decommissioning
Technology Management to manage and lead technology in global marketplace

These specializations offer practical business perspectives necessary for engineering management. Unlike traditional MBA programs, the MSEM programs emphasize management skills that are specifically built on the students’ technical backgrounds and experience. The custom-designed mix of management concepts and technical expertise will help prepare professionals to direct major public and private organizations in the increasingly complicated managerial environment of today’s competitive global, technical environment. In this program, engineering management principles are broadly based and draw from many different disciplines such as applied sciences, engineering, natural sciences, mathematics, economics, business, and social sciences.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate quantitative analytical and critical thinking skills and techniques to manage projects and processes (products and services).
Examine a multidisciplinary approach involving the integration of engineering, management, quality and risk analysis in projects, and processes.
Identify, prioritize and select relevant solutions in solving complex engineering problems and processes.
Assess tools and techniques, resources, organizational systems, and decision-making processes for the successful management of projects.
Apply global mindset and a detailed knowledge of business environments in engineering management solutions.
Demonstrate organizational and team skills needed to manage projects and processes.

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