engineering management phd

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Educational Objectives:

• Students will integrate and synthesize alternate, divergent, or contradictory perspectives or ideas fully within the field of Engineering Management.
• Students will present scholarly work on Engineering Management via appropriate communication channels.
• Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge and competencies in Engineering Management.
• Students will analyze existing theories to draw data-supported conclusions in Engineering Management.
• Students will execute a plan to complete significant pieces of scholarly research in Engineering Management.
• Students will evaluate the legal, social, economic, environmental, and ethical impact of actions within Engineering Management and demonstrate advanced knowledge and competency to integrate the results in the leadership decision-making process.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon graduation:

• Graduates will evaluate the legal, social, economic, environmental, and ethical impact of actions within Engineering Management and demonstrate advanced knowledge and competency to integrate the results in the leadership decision-making process.
• Graduates will demonstrate the highest mastery of traditional and technological techniques of communicating ideas effectively and persuasively.
• Graduates will evaluate complex problems, synthesize divergent/alternative/contradictory perspectives and ideas fully, and develop advanced solutions to Engineering Management challenges.
• Graduates will contribute to the body of knowledge in the study of Engineering Management.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates are subject to change.

The following rates are in effect for the 2024-2025 academic year, beginning in Fall 2024 and continuing through Summer 2025:

• The application fee is $100
• The per-credit charge for doctorate courses is $950. This is the same for in-state and out-of-state students.
• Retired military receive a $50 per credit hour tuition discount
• Active duty military receive a $100 per credit hour tuition discount for doctorate level coursework.
• Information technology fee $40 per credit hour.
• High School and Community College full-time faculty and full-time staff receive a 20% discount on tuition for doctoral programs.

Find additional information for 2024-2025 doctorate tuition and fees.

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Doctoral Programs

EMSE offers two types of doctoral programs: a traditional  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)  degree in which students engage in cutting edge scholarly research aimed at advancing generalizable knowledge, and a  Doctor of Engineering (DEng)  degree aimed at leveraging advanced analytical tools to solve the most challenging problems in practice. EMSE also offers  online doctoral cohort programs .

• PhD or DEng in Engineering Management 

Doctor of Philosophy in the Field of Engineering Management (STEM)

The online master of science in engineering management is designed to provide students with an interdisciplinary understanding of leadership skills. Specifically, the skills needed to become effective managers in technology-driven organizations and government entities. Throughout the program, students acquire knowledge of technical engineering principles and engineering contracts within a management context.

Program graduates are equipped with the skills to effectively lead diverse engineering teams, oversee complex projects, implement innovative strategies, and drive organizational success. They also are prepared to take the Project Management Professional Examination (offered by the Project Management Institute) to receive the PMP certification.

The online program’s structure offers synchronous and asynchronous learning options, giving students the flexibility to study at their convenience and from any location.

This is a STEM designated program.

Visit the  program website  for additional information.

* A limited number of doctoral applicants are accepted for the summer. Please contact the admissions office for details.  International applicants who require a visa from GW are eligible to apply for admission in fall and spring only (not summer).

For additional information about the admissions process visit the SEAS Admissions Frequently Asked Questions  page.

Contact for questions:

[email protected] 202-994-1802 (phone) 202-994-1651 (fax)

Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday

Credit Requirements 

Students entering the program with a relevant master’s degree spend a minimum of three years in full-time residency for PhD studies. During that time they take a minimum of 36 credits in coursework, including at least 18 credits in dissertation research. Students entering the program without a relevant master’s degree are required to take up 24 credits in additional of coursework. Students entering with only a bachelor’s degree are required to take 24 credits in additional coursework. 

Additional requirements

• To advance to the research phase, students must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.4 with no grade below  B-  at the completion of their coursework.  
• Coursework must be finished within three years (five years for direct admit PhD students) of the start of the PhD program.
• Within three years of the start of the program (five years for direct admits), Students must attempt the doctoral qualifying examination and will be given a maximum of two attempts to pass the exam.
• Within five years of the start of the program (seven years for direct admits), students must complete their research proposal and successfully defend it to a committee of three members, at least two of which which must be from the EMSE Department. Students have a maximum of two attempts to successfully pass their research proposal defense.
• Within seven years of the start of their PhD program (nine years for direct admits), students must complete their research dissertation and successfully defend it to a committee of five members, at least three of which must be from the EMSE Department and one must be from outside the EMSE Department. Students have a maximum of two attempts to successfully pass their dissertation defense.

Preliminary/Qualifying Exams

The Qualifying Examination is the principal means of determining whether a student qualifies as a candidate for the doctoral degree and progress to the second stage of the program. Its purpose is to ascertain that the student's background and intellectual development are adequate to support doctoral research in the central field. The DQE will be offered in January (both parts) and September (only data analysis).  Before taking the examination, students must have completed the core courses and 27 credits (nine courses) of their required coursework and have the DegreeMap finalized. Students must also submit a Doctoral Qualifying Exam Checklist to the doctoral coordinator.

The Qualifying Examination consists of two parts: a two-part written examination and a focus area exam.

Written Exam (Part I)

This exam consists of a two-hour, in-class exam covering EMSE 6765 and an eight-hour, take-home exam covering EMSE 8000 and EMSE 8001 . Both exams are offered during the last week in January. The EMSE 6765 -based exam is also offered during the last week in January. Students should apply to take this exam before the end of the preceding semester.

Focus Area Exam (Part II)

The Focus Area Exam is both a written and oral exam. Students must take this exam by the end of the semester following the successful completion of DQE part I (i.e., student will nominally complete Part I in January, and must take Part II in the third week of May). Students should register for EMSE 8999 for the semester in which they are taking the exam.

Students have three options for the basis for their oral defense:

• A conference or journal paper, on which they are the lead author. If it is a conference paper, the full paper must have been peer-reviewed.
• A seminal journal paper in their focus area. Their advisor and examining committee must approve the paper.
• A 10-page literature review on a topic in their focus area. They have two weeks to complete the review.

In all cases, students are required to defend the work in front of a committee. The committee must consist of three faculty members, at least two of which are full-time in EMSE. Oral exams are approximately one hour long.

At the discretion of the committee, a student who fails any part of the qualifying examination may be given a second opportunity to attempt qualification for candidacy. Usually, only the failed portion of the examination must be retaken. Students who fail to qualify for candidacy in a doctoral program of the School are considered to have failed on a school-wide basis and will not be admitted to further doctoral study within the School.

After successful completion of the DQE, the candidate's advisor will present the academic record of the candidate and request the formation of a research committee. The Department votes on (provisional) admission to candidacy and the research committee. The research committee must be formed before the proposal defense (described below) and must consist of the student’s advisor and two other faculty members, at least one of which must be full-time. Once the student is admitted to candidacy for the degree, he/she begins specialized study and research under the supervision of their research committee. At this point the research committee remains fixed unless a change is formally requested and approved by the department chair and advisor.

Publication Requirements

Students are given 18 months from completion of DQE Part II to be accepted into a pre-approved conference for presentation on a topic relevant to their research. This presentation must be co-authored by their adviser. Failure to do so will result in termination of their candidacy in the doctoral program.

Dissertation

• Proposal defense: After acceptance to a conference, students are required to present a written dissertation proposal to their research committee and to successfully defend the proposal in an oral defense. This proposal should consist of, at a minimum, an introductory chapter, a review of the literature chapter, a methodology chapter, and a chapter on potential results. The Request for Proposal Defense form must be filed and approved two weeks prior to the defense. The Form 5 Doctor of Science Dissertation form is present at the proposal defense and, after a successful defense, is signed by all committee members. After the defense, the advisor in collaboration with the student submits, in writing, a copy (signed by student and adviser) of all suggestions, clarifications, and corrections to the proposal along with the signed Form 5 to the doctoral coordinator within four weeks of the defense. Failure to do so will void the defense. The doctoral coordinator forwards the Form 5 to the department chair for signature. Students are given a maximum of two attempts and a maximum time limit of two years past the semester in which they pass their DQEs to successfully defend their proposal. Failure to do so will result in termination of their candidacy in the doctoral program.
• Final examination/doctoral defense: Once the dissertation has been completed and accepted by the faculty advisor and research committee, students may file a Request for Final Examination form with the Doctoral Coordinator. This form must be filed and approved by the department chair at least two weeks prior to the final examination date. Approval is granted only when all required materials have been presented to the doctoral coordinator. The required materials include a completely filed Request for Final Examination Form, a copy of the journal article with reviews, resumes of outside evaluators and electronic and written copies of the dissertation. The final examination is oral and open to the public. The candidate must demonstrate mastery of the special field of study and of the materials and techniques used in the research. The committee of examiners may include qualified experts brought to the University especially to participate in the examination. The director of research usually serves as advocate for the candidate. Students should consult department regulations concerning the formation of the committee. The committee votes on the quality and originality of the candidate’s contribution to knowledge as well as their mastery of the scholarship and research techniques of the field. Upon a majority vote for pass, the committee recommends the candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy. The vote to pass may be provisional based on committee recommendations for changes to the dissertation in terms of additional analysis, writing or clarifications.

Seminar and Colloquia Requirements

• As described in the Publication Requirements section above, students are required to present in a pre-approved conference on a topic relevant to their research. In addition, students are also encouraged to present and participate in departmental research seminars.

Graduation and Scholarship Requirements

Students are responsible for knowing the university’s minimum GPA requirement for graduation and scholarships. Please visit the Graduation and Scholarship Requirements section on the GW Bulletin to read the requirements.

Students should contact the department for additional information and requirements.

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Consistently ranked in the top 5 industrial engineering programs in the nation, the PhD program in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences at Northwestern is renowned for the quality of its faculty, their research, and the varied applications this research has throughout all areas of industry.

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Join world-renowned faculty in researching analytical tools and strategies applied in manufacturing, finance, public policy, and the service sector. Prospective PhD students can learn more about PhD curriculum and focus areas and job placement after graduation. We do not offer a terminal master's program; however, prospective master’s students can look at the Master of Science in Machine Learning and Data Science program and the Master of Engineering Management program .

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Aside from its PhD program, the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences is also involved in the Master of Science in Machine Learning and Data Science program  and the Master of Engineering Management program .

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Doctor of Engineering in Engineering

Program summary.

This online program provides a deep understanding of advanced engineering and high-level leadership principles, helping you prepare to direct high-performing research divisions or companies. This D.Eng. incorporates the rigor of a Ph.D. but shifts the focus of career progression from academic research to leadership in an industrial or commercial setting.

Learn in person

during a 5-day on-campus residency

Application deadline

Credits and costs, elevate your advanced engineering and leadership skills.

Research and develop new products or processes that can benefit industrial, governmental, or military entities.

Analyze and synthesize critical information within your discipline and, where appropriate, across multiple disciplines.

Communicate and effectively disseminate research findings through technical reports, presentations, and peer-reviewed papers.

Lead high-performing research and development teams, divisions, and corporations. 

Customize Your Course List

The engineering degree program offers an extensive selection of electives from more than 20 disciplines, allowing you to customize your learning to reflect your previous experience and/or desired career-advancement path. You will also learn through independent research in your chosen discipline.

To graduate from Penn State's 45-credit online Doctor of Engineering in Engineering program, you must maintain a grade-point average of 3.0 or better in all course work including:

• at least 9 credits of required core courses
• at least 6 credits of research and statistics methods
• at least 15 credits of technical electives
• at least 15 credits of praxis research

Doctor of Engineering in Engineering Praxis Research

The D.Eng. program is flexible enough to provide opportunities for both discipline-specific and cross-disciplinary research. A doctoral committee consisting of a minimum of three faculty members (with three members on graduate faculty at Penn State) will oversee the research. When pertinent to the student’s praxis topic area and personal circumstances, an additional member can be added as a “special outside industry member” from the associated industry, military, organization, or governmental function. This doctoral committee will require demonstration of analytical and critical thinking, consistent with the expectations for a doctoral research program.

The program culminates with a 15-credit praxis research project focused on applied research executed in a real-world industry environment. You will identify an industry problem and use applied research methods to develop and present a proposed solution.

Required Courses (select 9 credits)

If students have previously taken one of the professional core courses, they may request a substitution.

Traditional and contemporary leadership theory is analyzed to determine effective strategies for leading projects and innovation within an engineering context.

Develop competencies for leading new product/process development or participating in corporate spinouts using entrepreneurial skills within a corporation.

Covers the essential concepts and skills needed to make effective contributions on projects, on time and within budget.

Explores cultural differences and impact on business practices and team dynamics working on virtual project teams with global partner universities.

Research and Statistic Methods (select 6 credits)

This research methods course focuses on the development of competencies required to become a successful professional researcher in engineering fields.

Descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, power, estimation, confidence intervals, regression, one- and 2-way ANOVA, Chi-square tests, diagnostics.

Analysis of research data through simple and multiple regression and correlation; polynomial models; indicator variables; step-wise, piece-wise, and logistic regression.

6 credits of statistics or STAT 500 ; matrix algebra

Analysis of multivariate data; T-squared tests; partial correlation; discrimination; MANOVA; cluster analysis; regression; growth curves; factor analysis; principal components; canonical correlations.

STAT 501 and STAT 502 ; matrix algebra

Identification of models for empirical data collected over time. Use of models in forecasting.

STAT 462 or   STAT 501  or STAT 511

Electives (select 15 credits)

You can customize your learning to match your past experience and future goals by selecting 15 credits from a comprehensive list of technical electives. Review the following course pages to see a sampling of electives offered in each area. Not all courses listed are eligible to satisfy the Doctor of Engineering elective requirements, and students will work with their adviser to finalize their academic plan.

• Additive Manufacturing and Design
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Analytics
• Ecosystem Management and Administration
• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering Management
• Financial Engineering
• Geographic Information Systems
• Homeland Security – Base Program
• Homeland Security – Agricultural Biosecurity and Food Defense option
• Homeland Security – Counterterrorism option
• Homeland Security – Cyber Threat Analytics and Prevention option
• Homeland Security – Intelligence and Geospatial Analysis option
• Homeland Security – Public Health Preparedness option
• Human Factors Engineering and Ergonomics
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering – Thermal Sciences
• Mechanical Sciences
• Nuclear Engineering
• Project Management
• Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems
• Software Engineering
• Systems Engineering

Praxis Research (15 credits)

Provides Doctor of Engineering students with the opportunity to identify an applied research problem and develop a praxis research project to address the problem/question. Students will investigate the literature relevant to the selected area(s) of interest. Students will develop and implement a comprehensive praxis research project to address the problem. Students will also disseminate the results in both a scholarly presentation (final oral exam) and praxis (final praxis research document).

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Advance Your Career

You can use the knowledge gained from this program and the support of Penn State career resources to pursue careers in a variety of fields, depending on your goals.

Job Titles Related to This Degree

The following roles are often held by people with this type of degree:

• Engineering Director
• Project Development Director
• Research and Development Director
• Research and Development Engineer
• Research Engineer

Employment Outlook for Occupational Fields Related to This Degree

Estimates of employment growth and total employment are provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and are subject to change. While these occupations are often pursued by graduates with this degree, individual outcomes may vary depending on a variety of factors. Penn State World Campus cannot guarantee employment in a given occupation.

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Graduate Tuition

Graduate tuition is calculated based on the number of credits for which you register. Tuition is due shortly after each semester begins and rates are assessed every semester of enrollment.

2024–25 Academic Year Rates

Financial Aid and Military Benefits

Some students may qualify for financial aid. Take the time to research financial aid, scholarships, and payment options as you prepare to apply. Military service members, veterans, and their spouses or dependents should explore these potential military education benefits and financial aid opportunities , as well.

To view the detailed list of cost of attendance elements, select “World Campus” as the location on the  tuition site .

Residency Experiences

As a Penn State World Campus Doctor of Engineering in Engineering student, you will fulfill major program milestones during a campus residency.

Residency Requirement and Program Milestones

The online Doctor of Engineering in Engineering program requires you to spend a total of five days on campus. Major program milestones include the qualifying exam, comprehensive exam, and praxis defense. The full residency requirement can be met by attending a single five-day campus residency or multiple shorter on-campus residencies that combine to a minimum of five days. 

Immediately prior to each fall semester, the D.Eng. program will hold an optional two-day orientation on the Penn State University Park campus that can count toward part of the residency requirement. Residency days can also be obtained through visits to campus for research meetings with praxis faculty, students, and researchers; attendance in lab group meetings; on-campus workshops; and organized D.Eng. program–specific professional development activities that will be offered at least once per semester for those in the program and to the broader community. Some of these days may also be spent in fulfillment of major program milestones, including your qualifying exam, comprehensive exam, and praxis defense.

Set Your Own Pace

Whether you are looking to finish your program as quickly as possible or balance your studies with your busy life, Penn State World Campus can help you achieve your education goals. Many students take one or two courses per semester.

Our online courses typically follow a 12- to 15-week semester cycle, and there are three semesters per year (spring, summer, and fall).

Looking to fit your education into a busy life?  You can complete courses at your own pace while maintaining your professional and personal responsibilities. Most students take just one online course per semester. 

Looking to earn your degree as quickly as possible?  If you take two courses per semester, it's possible to complete this degree more quickly. Most graduate-level programs recommend a slower pace, and you should consult with your adviser if you would like to take three or more courses in a semester. 

Convenient Online Format

This program's convenient online format gives you the flexibility you need to study around your busy schedule. You can skip the lengthy commute without sacrificing the quality of your education and prepare yourself for more rewarding career opportunities without leaving your home.

A Trusted Leader in Online Education

Penn State has a history of more than 100 years of distance education, and World Campus has been a leader in online learning for more than two decades. Our online learning environment offers the same quality education that our students experience on campus.

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Are you a member of the military, a veteran, or a military spouse? Please visit our military website for additional information regarding financial aid, transfer credits, and application instructions.

How to Apply to Penn State

Apply by October 4 to start January 13

Application Instructions

Deadlines and important dates.

Complete your application and submit all required materials by the appropriate deadline. Your deadline will depend on the semester you plan to start your courses.

Spring Deadline

Summer deadline, fall deadline, steps to apply, 1. review the admission requirements..

For admission to the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School, you must hold either (1) a master of science or master of engineering degree in a suitable engineering or related technical field from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or (2) a tertiary (postsecondary) degree that is deemed comparable to a master’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution. This degree must be from an officially recognized degree-granting institution in the country in which it operates. Students should have earned at least a 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) in their master’s program.

2. Gather your required materials.

Applications are submitted electronically and include a nonrefundable application fee. You will need to upload the following items as part of your application:

Official transcripts from each institution attended, regardless of the number of credits or semesters completed. Transcripts not in English must be accompanied by a certified translation. Penn State alumni do not need to request transcripts for credits earned at Penn State but must list Penn State as part of your academic history. If you are admitted, you will be asked to send an additional official transcript. You will receive instructions at that time.

GPA and Test Scores — All applicants are expected to have earned a grade-point average of 3.0 or higher.

Statement of Professional Goals — This statement should be concise and well-written. It should reflect your academic interests, research/praxis plan, and motivation, as well as how these further your career objectives. Please include the following sections in your statement:

Academic Interests (about half a page) — Discuss your academic interest in this D.Eng. program. In addition, propose a course work plan (i.e., review the program’s electives and discuss which courses would be most effective to help reach your praxis research and professional goals).

Praxis Research Interests and Rationale (about 1 page) — The praxis research should apply what you come to the program with and will learn in this program (methods/technology/theory) to research and solve a significant/complex problem from your work. The goal of this section is to describe to the admissions committee a problem you have identified and the research plan, goals, and deliverables, and how these will be supported. In other words, this section should reflect your ability to effectively communicate the maturity of your research aspirations.

This section should include:

• Problem motivation (i.e., background of the problem/how do you know this is a problem that should be addressed via the praxis?)
• Problem statement/hypothesis (i.e., one or two sentences stating what specific problem this praxis research is going to solve)
• Project purpose (i.e., describe how the praxis research will generally address the problem)
• Project plan goals (i.e., a bulleted list of what will be analyzed, designed/researched, and implemented)
• Project deliverables (i.e., what could ultimately be delivered as the solution to this problem, in addition to the required written praxis)

Career Objectives (about half a page) — This section should communicate a synergy between the education and praxis research accomplished in this program with your career/professional goals.

English Proficiency  — The language of instruction at Penn State is English. With some exceptions, international applicants must take and submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Minimum test scores and exceptions are found in the English Proficiency section on the  Fox Graduate School's "Requirements for Graduate Admission" page . Visit the  TOEFL website  for testing information. Penn State's institutional code is 2660.

References (3)  — References should provide academic and professional perspectives. You will need to initiate the process through the online application by entering names, email addresses, and mailing addresses of three references. Upon submission of your application, an email will be sent to each reference requesting they complete a brief online recommendation regarding your commitment to success in an online program. Please inform all recommenders they must submit the form in order for your application to be complete.

At least one reference should be from your employer indicating they support the praxis topic and specifying what resources you will have access to in support of the topic, e.g., allocated time, lab support, data. This reference letter would ideally come from the immediate or area supervisor of the applicant.

Program-Specific Questions/Materials

Résumé or Vitae — Upload your résumé or vitae to the online application.

Writing Sample — Provide a published or unpublished paper, thesis, or another scholarly writing sample.  This sample must be in English.

Interview — You will be asked to participate in an interview, either via internet-based video conferencing or in person.

3. Create a Penn State login account.

To begin the online application, you will need a Penn State account.

Create a New Penn State Account

If you have any problems during this process, contact an admissions counselor at [email protected] .

Please note: Former Penn State students may not need to complete the admissions application or create a new Penn State account. Please visit our Returning Students page for instructions.

4. Read the application instructions.

You can begin your online application at any time. Your progress within the online application system will be saved as you go, allowing you to return at any point as you gather additional information and required materials.

• Choose Enrollment Type: "Degree Admission"
• Choose "WORLD CAMPUS" as the campus

Checking Your Status  You can  check the status of your application  by using the same login information established for the online application form. 

Technical Requirements   Review the technical requirements  for this degree program. 

5. Complete the application.

Admissions help.

If you have questions about the admissions process, contact an admissions counselor at  [email protected] .

Have questions or want more information? We're happy to talk.

Visit the Engineering Design and Innovation Site to explore the D.Eng. program student handbook and other guidance about the program and learn more about the College of Engineering.

For questions about the program, contact: Dr. Sven Bilén [email protected]

For general questions about Penn State World Campus, contact: World Campus Admissions Counselors Phone: 814-863-5386 [email protected]

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The expansion of technology and its ability to harness it has created a growing need for leaders who possess a unique blend of tech skills and management acumen. Become the engineer who sees the bigger picture, can make data-informed decisions and has the leadership to reach across the organization. Master of Engineering Management (MEM) quick facts: — Full-time, in-person and on campus — 10 courses to complete — #19 ranked best MEM program — Application deadline for the Spring 2025 program is October 1

Learn more about Washington University's highly ranked MEM program*. 

Offered through Washington University's Sever Institute at the McKelvey School of Engineering, this nationally-ranked full-time Master of Engineering Management (MEM) graduate degree program will help you advance with the knowledge, leadership and skills needed to understand, shape and lead projects, as well as manage teams, engineering functions and companies.

The MEM qualifies as a STEM program.

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Hear from Washington University graduate student, Clinton Sabah, and why he chose to earn a Master's in Engineering Management from the Sever Institute.

Note: Applications for Fall 2024 is now closed. The application deadline for the Spring 2025 program is October 1.

The 30-unit (10-course) MEM degree program is available for full-time or part-time study and is designed for students with a Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) background; it is known as the "Engineer's MBA."

The 15-unit (five-course) graduate certificate in Engineering Management is also available and can be transferred into the degree program at any time. A graduate certificate is an excellent option for individuals wishing to advance their careers, with a shorter time commitment than a degree.

MEM courses are available in evening and online formats, and are designed with input from employers, thought leaders and practitioners, and taught by leading professionals from throughout the engineering industry.

Students learn the art and science of the complete business cycle, gaining hands-on experience by running simulated businesses and working on real industry projects. Courses bring to life the essential functions and capabilities that make a business run. Students learn to set strategy, leverage technology and data analytics, market to customers, interpret and drive finances, make informed data-based decisions, manage projects, build teams and lead.

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Qualified veterans:  WashU McKelvey School of Engineering and the VA will cover 100 percent of your graduate tuition.

Although certificate programs do not qualify for federal loan programs, loans are still available for the master's degrees. For more information, contact Cindy Fields ( [email protected] ).

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Each of our graduate programs has a unique mix of required coursework and additional electives. Courses are updated regularly to ensure our students are prepared for the latest in industry knowledge and application. Check out the  Engineering Management program checklist  for both master's and graduate certificate requirements. 

All course information, including course descriptions and section listings, can be found in our digital catalog the Bulletin . 

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You can choose between research-based or course-based master's program or maybe you are ready for a doctoral program. Each department offers a range of programs to get you on your future career track! 

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Research-based.

For full-time students, the PhD is a 4-year program, and the MASc is a 2-year program. 

Full-time students in the PhD program are required to complete a total of 4 courses at the 600 or 700 level, a comprehensive examination, and a PhD thesis of independent and original research work.  

Full-time students in the MASc program are required to complete a total of 4 courses at the 600 or 700 level, complete a master’s seminar milestone and complete a master’s thesis.   

In addition to the minimum funding provided ,  Students can also apply for teaching assistantships and research assistantships.  No supervisor is required at the application stage, a supervisor is required to receive an offer of admission.  Please visit our  Research and supervisors page with details about how to contact them. 

There is the opportunity for both PhD and MASc programs to be done part-time.  Part-time students are not eligible for minimum funding.  For part-time students, the PhD is a 8-year program, and the MASc is a 4-year program.   

Visit the  Future Students page  to find full description of programs and admission information.

Doctoral (PhD)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management Science

Exceptional MASc applicants may be considered for direct entry to the PhD program from a bachelor’s program. Applicants interested in being considered for a direct-entry PhD should include a statement to that effect in their Supplementary Information Form (SIF). Applicants who will be considered for direct entry to the PhD program will be contacted by a representative from the Department within two months of the application deadline. 

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• Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Management Sciences - Co-operative Program

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Master of management sciences (mmsc) ​.

For Full-time students, the MMSc program is a 16-month program where students may choose to complete their MMSc degree in one year (3 terms), or in 16 months (4 terms), this will depend on your course selection. You will be taking 8 courses and will not have a supervisor and it is a self-funded program. Students have the option to apply directly to the Co-operative program. 

For Part-time students, you do need to be aware that the courses are not scheduled separately for part-time students and are usually held within the core university hours, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Completion of the MMSc coursework program on a part-time basis can take up to three years. 

The Department of Management Science and Engineering also offers this degree via online learning. All eight Master of Management Sciences course requirements are delivered via live interactive web-based tutorials. Find out more about the Online Master of Management Sciences (MMSc) – Management of Technology. 

Master of Management Sciences (MMSc)

Master of Management Sciences (MMSc) - Co-operative Program (Direct Entry)

Master of Management Sciences (MMSc) - Management of Technology

Note: The Online Master of Management Sciences (MMSc) – Management of Technology program is part-time only. 

Graduate Diploma (GDip) in Data Analytics

The course work diploma program is completed in 2 terms (8 months), longer if completed as a part time student. Admit terms are Fall, Winter and Spring. This is an on-campus program, some materials may be delivered online is available. Students must complete the Graduate Academic Integrity Module and 4 courses. Students must maintain an overall average of at least 73% at the end of each term, with no more than 2 failed courses overall

Graduate Diploma (GDip) in Data Analytics (Direct Entry)

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Only for the research-based PhD and MASc programs, the admission depends on the student finding a suitable supervisor. You don’t need a supervisor to apply, so we suggest that you apply, upload all materials and then start the process of trying to make contact with the faculty members in the Management Science and Engineering Research and supervisors . 

For answers to specific questions, please feel free to contact us:   

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Budgeting is ones of the most important factors when it comes to planning your graduate studies. Find out about tuition and budget, and the MSE funding and scholarship opportunities. ​

Research-based students have minimum guaranteed funding. Course-based students are expected to be self-funded. ​

Visit the  Funding, Scholarships and Awards  page with full description and details. 

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Past Webinar: Crucial Skills for Engineering Managers: Technical Leadership at Different Levels

Join industry leaders and faculty from the CU Boulder Engineering Management Program (EMP), Ronald Duren Jr., Dr. Daniel Moorer, and Kathryn Tobey, to learn about technical leadership at different levels: leading oneself, leading technical teams, and leading technical organizations. In addition, find out more about the Master of Engineering in Engineering Management degree and the graduate certificate where more leadership courses are offered. Audience questions will be addressed throughout the webinar. You will learn about how we lead ourselves with self awareness, resilience and personal excellence; how leaders build, develop and inspire a technical team; lastly, how we can bring accountability and aunthenticity to engage employees, create value and lead a technical orgnaization. 

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Doctor of Engineering Curriculum

Degree Requirements with the Doctor of Engineering  

The Doctor of Engineering (D. Eng) requires 90 credit hours. Professionals may transfer up to 30 credit hours from a relevant master’s degree and/or other non-degree coursework into the D.Eng. program, subject to faculty review. The program features research methodology and professional development coursework, advanced mathematics and statistics, a wide variety of engineering courses, and a culminating applied research project. See full curriculum below.  

Degree requirements: 

• 12 credit hours of core curriculum and foundational courses  
• 27 minimum credit hours of technical depth courses  
• 12 minimum credit hours of professional and applied courses  
• A minimum 30 credit research thesis and dissertation  

As you complete your first full semester, you will work through a fundamentals  to establish your individual electronic Plan of Study (EPOS). Each student’s plan of study will be unique, designed to meet the needs of their individual background and interests. Advisory committees will work with students to develop a plan of study that best meets their individual academic needs and career goals. All students are required to have an approved Electronic Plan of Study in order to graduate from Purdue.  

The Electronic Plan of Study serves as a contract between you, your faculty advisor, academic advisor, and Purdue University’s Graduate School. Your EPOS is a blueprint for successful completion of your degree requirements. The plan must be approved adhering to department and Graduate School policies. We strongly encourage students to have an approved Plan of Study on file by the end of their second semester.  

CORE REQUIREMENT – 6 CREDIT HOURS

The following courses are required:  

• ENGR 60100: Doctor of Engineering Fundamentals (1 credit)   
• ENGR 60200: Research Fundamentals (3 credits)  
• ENGR 60300: Doctor of Engineering Seminar (1 credit)  

Choose 1 of the following courses:  

• BME 69000 - Seminar in Biomedical Engineering  
• ECE 69400-001 - Electrical and Computer Engineering Seminar  
• ENE 69000 - Seminar In Engineering Education  
• IE 69700 - Graduate Seminar  

Please note Purdue University courses must be taken for Core Course requirements. Transfer credit may not be applied to the Core Course component.  

Foundational Courses - 6 Credit Hours

3 credits of s tatistics and 3 credits of m ath are required . Any statistics or math course available online will fulfill t his requirement. Available courses currently include:  

• MA 51100 - Linear Algebra With Applications  
• MA 52700 - Advanced Mathematics For Engineers And Physicists I  
• MA 52800 - Advanced Mathematics For Engineers And Physicists II  
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• STAT 51200 - Applied Regression Analysis  
• STAT 51300 - Statistical Quality Control  
• STAT 51400 - Design Of Experiments  
• STAT 51600 - Basic Probability And Applications  
• STAT 51700 - Statistical Inference  

Technical Depth Courses - 27 Credit Hours

These courses provide the foundational concepts and theories that are applied in a students desired technical field. These courses should equip students to gain significant knowledge, experience, and capability in a particular technology or technical domain directly related to a student’s career goals.   

Students will work with their advisor(s) and during ENGR 60100: Doctor of Engineering Fundamentals to identify a selection of Technical Depth Courses to fulfill this requirement and build an Electronic Plan of Study.  

Professional and Applied Courses - 12 Credit Hours

These courses provide additional training, expertise and practice in areas that are important to student’s professional development, but that might not be specific to one technical area. Examples include technical writing, pedagogical theory and practice, project management, product development, leadership development, grant and technical report writing.    

Students will work with their advisor(s) and during ENGR 60100: Doctor of Engineering Fundamentals to identify a selection of Professional and Applied Courses to fulfill this requirement and build an Electronic Plan of Study.  

Doctor of Engineering Research Course - 30 Credit Hours

Doctor of Engineering students will earn course credit for a multi-semester applied research project in which they work closely with faculty advisor. Measurable outcomes of the research project include a final report/dissertation and demonstration of expertise in the topic area. Other outcomes of research include knowledge dissemination ( i.e. presentations at scientific or trades conference , white papers, internal reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts in archival journals, book chapters).  

ELECTIVE COURSES – REMAINING CREDIT HOURS

Any courses listed on our courses page will fulfill this requirement, including available non-engineering courses.  

All questions regarding courses and transfer credits should be directed to a student’s academic advisor.  

Items of Note:    

• Transfer credits from a student’s Master’s degree will be evaluated and applied to specific components of the degree. Students will utilize ENGR 60100: Doctor of Engineering Fundamentals to propose how a previous master’s degree could be applied to D.Eng. degree requirements.  
• Minimum credit requirements allow for maximum flexibility and the ability to tailor your degree plan to your specific areas of interest and goals. After you begin your studies at Purdue, an academic advisor will provide you with tools to map out a plan of study tailored to align with your specific goals.  

  Dissertation    

The dissertation demonstrates the candidate’s ability to conduct substantial and significant research in the engineering discipline(s) selected. Candidates are expected to demonstrate mastery of the key literature in the field and use this to situate the specific project they propose. Students enroll in a College of Engineering doctoral research course to complete and receive credit for their dissertation research. Students are required to complete a minimum of thirty credit hours of doctoral research, a requirement that will be distributed across multiple semesters. The exact duration of this distribution depends on the individual student's progress in their dissertation research. In most cases, it is expected that a student will use their final one or two years to formulate the research topic, develop the proposal, and conduct self-directed research under the guidance of their faculty advisor and with the hopeful support of an industry partner and advisor—likely the student’s full-time employer.  

At the conclusion of their program, or in the final semester, students will have a final oral defense of their dissertation research before a graduate committee of reviewers.  

Distinction between a PhD and a professional Doctorate degree    

A PhD in Engineering is earned by demonstrating research independence in an engineering-related field of study and generation of new knowledge. A Doctor of Engineering is earned by completion of interdisciplinary professional coursework and demonstration of research independence in an engineering-related field of study, and direct application of the research to engineering practice in real-world, industry, commercial, defense, or other areas of operation and utilization.    

In each program, dissemination of knowledge is key to the training, but may differ depending on the context of each student’s unique context (i.e. presentations at scientific or trades conference, white papers, internal reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts in archival journals, book chapters).     

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Join Gina Capobianco, a recent graduate, as she dives into her experience within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering’s online masters in environmental engineering . Balancing a full-time role at CDM Smith, she highlights the program’s project-based learning, flexible online format, and career advancement opportunities that have shaped her professional path and elevated her expertise.

Why did you choose the Master of Engineering with a named option in Environmental Engineering?

I chose this program due to its course load and focus on project-based learning. With a few years of industry experience before I started the program, I valued the lessons learned from working in a group and on a project. UW-Madison was the only school out of three to reach out to me to set up a call to discuss the program and answer any of my questions. The call with program director Jane Carlson made me feel valued and supported before even accepting the offer of enrollment.

How did the program support you and your goals?

As an online student, I always felt supported. My advisor was available to answer any of my general scheduling or program requirement questions. I was able to take a construction project management course that interested me as an elective even though it was not typical for the environmental engineering program. The professors were quick to answer questions, and the school in general fosters a culture of collaboration. Students were encouraged to collaborate, and I never felt isolated as an online student. Classes were generally in the evenings which allowed me to work full-time through the program. Some classes were self-paced which allowed for even more flexibility.

What would you tell others who are considering applying to this program?

One thing a mentor of mine told me when I was considering a master’s was that education is something no one can ever take away from you. As someone who values life-long education, I knew a master’s was another step toward that goal. I recommend reaching out to Jane with any questions about the program. The program has a flexible timeline, including summer classes to help move through the program quicker. I also recommend taking advantage of the new connections that an online program brings. I am in upstate New York and am now connected to engineers across the country from this program.

As a recent graduate, how has the program impacted your career?

Having my master’s degree has made me more confident as a professional and as an engineer. I attended the New York AWWA conference recently and listened to a presentation on PFAS removal that was very reminiscent of my capstone project. The UW-Madison program gave me real-world problems and examples to work through with the help of advisors that are relevant to my work as a consulting engineer. I really appreciated the project-based focus of the program. I recently passed the PE exam in environmental engineering, and I felt that the program at UW-Madison prepared me well not only for the technical topics, but also with time management skills. Working full time while completing my masters was similar to studying for the PE while working full time.

RIT offers new master’s degrees in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, and project management

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RIT has added three new master’s degrees to its portfolio: chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, and project management. Students pursuing graduate degrees are able to combine advanced coursework with hands-on opportunities in laboratories alongside faculty-researchers.

RIT is offering three new master’s degrees designed to meet industry needs.

Chemical engineering and biomedical engineering programs in the Kate Gleason College of Engineering will include new master’s degrees as part of the engineering portfolio this year to meet demands in increasing renewable energies, personalized healthcare technologies, and diagnostic system improvements.

National trends indicate a growing need for graduates with the combined skills in engineering and in the chemical and biological sciences, engineering processes, and ‘smart’ technologies.

The graduate programs will have a mix of students from the established undergraduate programs, as well as new-to-RIT students from regional, national, and international chemical engineering programs seeking advanced degrees. With the flexibility of the degree program, the department also is seeing interest and enrollments from students from other science disciplines such as physics , said Patricia Taboada-Serrano , Graduate Programs Director.

“This will be achieved through a bridge program designed to provide the appropriate engineering background required for successful completion of an advanced degree in chemical engineering,” she said.

A dozen students have been accepted for the new program and will begin chemical engineering courses this fall. There are also eight BS/MS students enrolled in the program who are completing undergraduate work.

There will be several emphasis areas: chemical and mechanical engineering applications; microelectronic focus on semiconductors, photovoltaics, microfabrication; microsystems and quantum level systems; materials science; and advanced mathematics and simulation.

“The strength of our program is the design of its curriculum, as we are able to provide depth in content and advanced skills in one year of studies in the case of full-time students,” said Taboada-Serrano, associate professor of chemical engineering. “The timeline of the completion of the graduate degree enables our MS graduates to rejoin the workforce quickly if they delayed or interrupted careers to obtain a graduate degree. The compactness of our curriculum also enables working professionals to pursue our MS degree and complete it in two to three years.”

Similar to chemical engineering, the biomedical engineering program has grown substantially since it began 10 years ago. Today, 15 students in biomedical engineering (BME) are being integrated into graduate study through the BS/MS options. There are five new students in the stand alone master's program . It is a one-year, course-based program that features a Capstone design sequence.

Biomedical engineers combine knowledge of engineering with biology, anatomy, and physiology to create devices and systems to address the need for sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and solutions.

In addition to the advanced engineering degrees, 10 RIT students this semester are the first to enroll in classes for a project management master’s degree .

The 30-credit degree is approved for both in-person and online delivery.

Project management is a process for managing the successful execution of new initiatives within an organization for the sake of expanding the breadth of capabilities, services, and products offered.

“You can use this discipline in almost any field,” said Peter Boyd , senior lecturer and graduate programs director for RIT’s School of Individualized Study , which is overseeing the program. “It’s akin to software engineering in that you could work in numerous industries, from IT to construction to aviation or health care.”

“Project management is a growing discipline. There’s a growing demand in a wide range of industries,” Boyd said.

A  RITx MicroMasters in Project Management, offered by SOIS on the edX.org platform, is an additional pathway into the program that allows students to earn RIT course credit at a reduced cost, that can be applied toward the requirements for the MS in project management. 

RIT’s master’s degree in project management differs from others across the country because he said RIT developed a curriculum “that is responsive to a wide range of student academic and professional needs, employs non-traditional teaching models that place a greater emphasis on project-based learning, and similar active learning experiences.” RIT’s degree also promotes strong student/faculty mentor-mentee relationships and brings project management to industries that would benefit from it but have otherwise not traditionally embraced the discipline.

The degree program allows students to customize their courses for their degrees, providing a natural path of interdisciplinary study. This allows students the ability to better specialize to their specific interests, giving them a competitive edge in their field of interest and making them more valuable to an employer.

Of the 10 courses required to earn the MS degree, four are elective, so students may use advanced certificates or other courses already offered at RIT. The remaining six classes focus on the core topics of the project management discipline and align with the standards set by the Project Management Institute, the governing body for the field.  

One of those students is Dana Harp, who is taking the classes online from her home in Lewes, Del. She does clinical research remotely for Pfizer.

She received her edX project management MicroMasters in 2020 and transferred those credits toward a project management advanced certificate with RIT in 2021. She took a couple of years off from education and was pleasantly surprised when she learned RIT now offers a master’s in project management.

“I was always interested in getting my master’s degree,” Harp said. “My company has a great program to reimburse for education, so I have the opportunity to continue learning without having to pay for it all myself. And it will definitely open up more opportunities for promotion by having that degree. It will give me a leg up for the trajectory I want to be on. This is going to help me moving forward.”

Harp hopes to receive her master’s degree in the spring or next fall, and she’s excited to be one of the first students receiving the RIT degree.

“I’m lucky all of my earlier classes transferred over, and it’s really cool to see that some of the professors I’ve had in previous classes are teaching in this program as well,” she said. “I think it’s going to be really fun.”

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