Online Master’s in Engineering Management Degree

Master of Science in Engineering Management

Are you currently working in the engineering field and want to advance your career? Drexel University’s Master’s in Engineering Management online program is a perfect fit for an ambitious engineering professional like you. The convenient online format allows you to continue working full time while earning your degree. On top of that, you may take advantage of the many added benefits Drexel’s College of Engineering provides – from its network of industry-experienced faculty, to its challenging and revamped curriculum, to its status as a Certified Graduate Program by the American Society of Engineering Management (ASEM). Equally important, as a graduate of this first-of-its-kind program, you will automatically qualify for the Certified Associate in Engineering Management (CAEM) without having to take the exam.

Wondering whether you should get a masters in engineering management or an MBA? Read on to learn more about the differences between an MEM and MBA with Drexel Online.

MS in Engineering Management Program Features

When it comes to both higher education and engineering, longevity goes a long way. In 1959, Drexel was the very first institution in the country to launch a graduate engineering management degree. Since then, this well-established program has branched out into the online space, making its celebrated faculty and market-responsive curriculum available to a global audience of engineers and managers.

In addition to being the oldest program of its kind, Drexel’s Master's of Engineering Management boasts the following benefits to working engineering professionals:

• Experienced faculty comprised of successful professionals in the field
• Customizable curriculum that allows you to take electives from any engineering discipline
• Highly interactive online learning environment, designed to challenge and engage, while remaining convenient for working professionals
• Dual degree options and related certificates that enable you to earn two College of Engineering Master’s degrees in fewer credits than if you earned the degrees separately
• Engineering Management (ASEM) which allows graduates of the program to automatically qualify for the Certified Associate in Engineering Management (CAEM) without having to take the exam

Archived Webinar

• Online Open House: Engineering Management & Systems Engineering

What is Engineering Management?

The field of engineering management is ever-evolving. In today’s engineering world, managers must have the right combination of leadership skills and practical engineering knowledge to make an impact in the field, both now and in the future. In addition to spearheading projects and supervising groups of fellow engineers, managers must be prepared to face everyday challenges with a well-rounded, foundational understanding of engineering, quantitative analysis, economics, and financial management. Earning a Master’s in Engineering Management degree that covers all of these bases can help catapult you on to the next step in your career.

How Do You Get a Master’s Degree in Engineering Management?

Engineers who want to utilize their technical skills while moving into a leadership position are prime candidates for the MS in Engineering Management. In order to be considered for the program, you should have earned a four-year bachelor's degree in engineering or sciences, preferably from an ABET accredited institution or equivalent. Additionally, relevant professional work experience is strongly recommended.

When you enroll in the Master’s in Engineering Management program, you must complete a total of 45 credits over the span of four 10-week quarters per year, including core coursework in four industry-specific areas, as well as an engineering management capstone and five electives. The Program Director will review any transfer credits up to 15 quarter credits from institutions you previously attended.

What Can I Do with a Master's in Engineering Management?

Drexel’s Master's in Engineering Management is more than just a degree. It empowers you to advance into senior engineering positions such as consultant, manager, analyst, and entrepreneur. Drexel’s veteran faculty will expose you to coursework in a plethora of fields, including: economics, financial management, strategy, engineering law, ethical issues, green engineering, sustainability, project management, quantitative analysis, R&D management, systems engineering and systems thinking, technology marketing, and business development.

What Salary Will I Earn with a Master's in Engineering Management?

The latest salary expectations for graduates of Drexel’s Master's of Engineering Management range from $76,000-$135,000. Now is an exciting time to advance in the engineering field, as the Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects a 6% industry increase in career outlook by 2026.*

*Data from Wanted Analytics, Occupational Search, 2018

Related Program

• Graduate Certificate in Engineering Management

Graduate Minors

Interested in specializing in a particular engineering-related discipline? Drexel has a number of Graduate Minors that can be taken online along with your Master’s degree.

Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.