Master of Science in
Engineering Management
The Master of Science in Engineering Management pairs technical knowledge with key leadership skills that aim to meet the growing need for project management.
The Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) program at Embry-Riddle is meticulously designed for professionals with established careers in engineering, mathematics, physical science or computer science who aspire to ascend into technical management and leadership roles. This program is not just an academic path but a transformative journey.
Developed in collaboration with leading industry experts, our curriculum offers a unique blend of a foundational High-Reliability Organizations (HRO) approach, specialized core modules and a personalized certificate tailored to each student's career aspirations. By integrating HRO principles like advanced risk management and mitigation strategies throughout the coursework, we ensure our graduates are not only academically proficient but also adept at navigating the high-stakes, complex challenges prevalent in contemporary organizational landscapes.
Student Learning Outcomes
What you will learn while pursuing a MSEM degree:
- Perform generally accepted project management techniques to plan and execute technical projects.
- Apply analytical tools for problem solving and effective project decision-making.
- Apply ethical behavior and communication skills within the project team environment.
- Analyze project metrics for reporting and control of technical projects.
Engineering Management Career Opportunities
Careers and Employers
Embry-Riddle graduates often find careers at Lockheed Martin, Amazon, the U.S. Army, General Electric and Honeywell, with a placement rate of 100% within a year of graduation.
MSEM degree graduates tend to enter the industry in positions such as:
- Aerospace Program Managers
- Directors of Manufacturing
- Logistics Managers
- Product Managers
Engineering Management Salary Information
As of 2021, Embry-Riddle graduates with a degree in Engineering Management receive competitive salaries, with an average income of $116,300 annually, one year following graduation.
DETAILS
About Engineering Management at the Worldwide & Online Campus
Today’s organizations have a need for managers who understand the technical work of the organization and can also successfully perform in project management. Through the Master of Science in Engineering Management, students gain a stronger understanding of technical management and leadership, and graduate prepared to lead technical teams as they strive to increase an organization’s productivity, efficiency, resilience and bottom-line results.
With Embry‑Riddle’s online educational opportunities, students have the flexibility to learn at a campus near them — or even in their own homes.
Tracks/Specialties and/or Certificates
Students can customize their MSEM degree by choosing from these available certificates:
- Business Intelligence and Analytics
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Information Systems Security
- Information Technology Management
- International Business
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Project Management
- Systems Engineering
Engineering Management Information
- Credits: 36
- Online or In-Person: Fully online, EagleVision Virtual Classroom or at a Worldwide location close to you
- Certificate: Certificate or Non-Certificate Option
Professional Accreditation
The Engineering Management program with the Project Management certification is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC).
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Students will:
- Apply management techniques tailored to the STEM environment.
- Perform financial analysis for engineering projects and ongoing technical operations.
- Employ quantitative analysis to solve engineering management problems.
- Evaluate the role of ethics and professional responsibility in engineering management.
- Appraise quality management systems.
- Develop plans for global STEM projects and operations.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Core/Major
High Reliability Organization | ||
HROM 510 | Enterprise Risk Management | 3 |
HROM 520 | Organizational Resilience | 3 |
HROM 530 | Modeling and Decision-Making | 3 |
Total Credits | 9 |
Engineering Management Core | ||
EMGT 500 | Managing in the STEM Environment | 3 |
EMGT 520 | Quality for Projects and Operations | 3 |
EMGT 530 | Project Scheduling and Risk Management | 3 |
FINE 610 | Budgeting and Finance for R&D | 3 |
EMGT 620 | Technology and Innovation Management | 3 |
Total Credits | 15 |
Certificate Option
Certificate Options: (Choose from list) | 12 | |
Total Degree Requirement (With Certification) | 36 |
- Business Intelligence and Analytics
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Information Systems Security
- International Business
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Project Management
- Systems Engineering
-OR-
Non-Certificate Option
Non-Certificate Option: | 6 | |
6 credit hours of graduate level course work options include the capstone (EMGT 690), ERAU courses, or transfer credit. |
Total Degree Requirements | 30 |
Plan of Study (MSEM)
Year One
Term 1 | Credits | |
---|---|---|
HROM 510 | Enterprise Risk Management | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Term 2 | ||
HROM 520 | Organizational Resilience | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Term 3 | ||
HROM 530 | Modeling and Decision-Making | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Term 4 | ||
EMGT 500 | Managing in the STEM Environment | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Term 5 | ||
EMGT 530 | Project Scheduling and Risk Management | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Credits Total: | 15.0 |
Year Two
Term 1 | Credits | |
---|---|---|
EMGT 520 | Quality for Projects and Operations | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Term 2 | ||
EMGT 620 | Technology and Innovation Management | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Term 3 | ||
FINE 610 | Budgeting and Finance for R&D | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Term 4 | ||
Elective/Certificate | 3 | |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Term 5 | ||
Capstone/Elective/Certificate | 3 | |
Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
Credits Total: | 15.0 |
Total Degree Requirements | 30 |
Fast Track Plan of Study (MSEM)
Year One
Term 1 | Credits | |
---|---|---|
EMGT 500 | Managing in the STEM Environment | 3 |
HROM 510 | Enterprise Risk Management | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
Term 2 | ||
EMGT 530 | Project Scheduling and Risk Management | 3 |
HROM 520 | Organizational Resilience | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
Term 3 | ||
EMGT 520 | Quality for Projects and Operations | 3 |
HROM 530 | Modeling and Decision-Making | 3 |
Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
Term 4 | ||
EMGT 620 | Technology and Innovation Management | 3 |
Elective/Certificate | 3 | |
Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
Term 5 | ||
FINE 610 | Budgeting and Finance for R&D | 3 |
Capstone/Elective/Certificate | 3 | |
Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
Credits Total: | 30.0 |
PMI and PMP are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.
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