Engineering Management, Master of Science
Course Requirements (MSEM)
The Master of Science in Engineering Management is targeted toward the graduates of engineering, engineering technology, and science degrees. Applicants with business degress will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The program emphasizes the theories, concepts, and applications of the engineering management discipline. Students will conduct research to identify and propose solutions to engineering management problems. The Master of Science in Engineering Management degree consists of two options: Thesis and Non-Thesis.
The Non-Thesis option is recommended for the working engineer or technically prepared professional who has professional industrial experience and who will take an increasingly active role in the organization’s decision-making process and for individuals who want to pursue the master's degree full-time following the bachelor's degree. The Non-Thesis option consists of eight core and three elective courses. The degree can be completed with in-class or online courses. Most classes are offered as online sections also.
The Thesis option is recommended for those who either plan to continue on to Doctorial work or are employed at a research intensive organization. The Thesis option consists of nine core and two elective courses.
Course Requirements for MSEM
| ENGM 600 | Engineering Management Theory and Applications | 3 |
| ENGM 603 | Engineering Financial Management and Accounting (Formerly MEM 603) | 3 |
| ENGM 605 | Quality Assurance | 3 |
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| ENGM 607 | Operations Research | 3 |
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| ENGM 610 | Advanced Engineering Economy | 3 |
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| ENGM 612 | Technical Project Management | 3 |
| ENGM 616 | Strategic Management in a Technical Environment | 3 |
| ENGM 621 | Engineering Law | 3 |
Choose from Thesis or Non-Thesis Options: (3-6 credits)
Non-Thesis Option: (3 hrs.);
Engineering Management Capstone Project or Research
Thesis Option: (6 hrs.)
Thesis I and Thesis II.
Electives (6-9 credits)
Non-Thesis Option: (9 hrs; choose two courses); Thesis Option: (6 hrs; choose one course)
Elective MSEM Courses:
*International students with 5.5 IELTS score or TOEFL iBT internet-based test score between 68 and 76 will need to take ENGM 698 Professional Seminar & Technical Communication as one of the required courses instead of ENGM 616 Strategic Management.