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Master of Science in Engineering Management

Advance Your Career with a Master’s in Engineering Management

Marian University’s Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) is designed for engineers and technical professionals ready to move into leadership roles. This graduate engineering management degree combines systems thinking, project management, engineering economics, and organizational leadership to prepare you for supervisory, program management, and director-level positions. Offered in a flexible hybrid format, the program allows working professionals to strengthen their business acumen while continuing to grow in their technical careers.

A 30-credit graduate degree for working professionals ready to lead technical teams

Degree

Master of Science in Engineering Management

Credit Hours

30

(10 courses × 3 credits)

Tuition

$33,000

$1,100 per credit

Delivery

Part-Time | Hybrid

WebEx + select campus visits

Program Length

5 Semesters

~1.5–2 years part-time

Credits Per Term

6 Credits

Typically 2 courses per term

Weekly Format

WebEx Tues & Thurs

6:30–7:45 PM EST

Campus Visits

Select Saturdays

9 AM–4 PM EST

Program Overview

Marian University’s new Master of Science in Engineering Management is designed for experienced professionals who want to transition from technical contributor to technical leader. The 30-credit program blends leadership, management, and technology-focused coursework into applied learning you can use immediately on the job.

Marian University’s Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) prepares engineers and technical professionals to bridge the gap between engineering execution and organizational leadership. This 30-credit graduate program combines engineering economics, systems analysis, risk management, decision analysis, and project management with advanced leadership and strategy coursework.

Designed in a hybrid format for working professionals in the Indianapolis region and beyond, the program allows students to continue working full-time while developing managerial expertise. Graduates gain the technical business acumen needed to oversee engineering operations, lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex projects, and align technology initiatives with organizational strategy.

Whether you are seeking advancement into engineering management, program leadership, operations leadership, or director-level roles, Marian’s MSEM equips you with applied, immediately transferable skills that strengthen both technical credibility and executive decision-making capacity.

What you’ll gain

In this engineering management master’s program, you will develop:

  • Advanced project and program management capabilities rooted in engineering environments
  • Financial and economic analysis skills specific to engineering decision-making
  • Risk management frameworks for complex technical systems
  • Strategic leadership competencies for supervising engineers and cross-functional teams
  • Data-informed decision-making and systems thinking expertise
  • Communication and organizational leadership skills required for technical management roles

Graduates are prepared to pursue career pathways such as Engineering Manager, Technical Program Manager, Operations Manager, Systems Engineering Lead, Technology Director, and other supervisory roles across manufacturing, technology, infrastructure, healthcare systems, and emerging innovation sectors.

 

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Course Structure for MS in Engineering Management

Format & Pace

  • ✔ 16-week courses provide consistent pacing for working professionals.
  • ✔ Courses run each Fall, Spring and Summer so students can take 1–3 courses per term depending on their schedule.

Who Should Apply

  • Mid-career engineers or technical professionals aiming for promotion
  • Technical managers wanting formal management training
  • Professionals responsible for cross-functional teams, projects, or technology strategy

Outcomes and Career Impact

  • Increased readiness for leadership roles (manager, program lead, director)
  • Practical skills transferable to current job for immediate impact
  • Graduate credential to strengthen your internal and external marketability

Admissions and Start Dates

  • Admissions requirements:
  • Resume
  • Transcripts
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Apply by July 1 for Fall start
  • Undergraduate degree in Engineering or related field

Cost and Financial Support

Tuition: $1,100 per credit
30 credits = $33,000 total tuition
(does not include fees or materials)

Take the Next Step Toward Engineering Leadership

If you’re ready to move from technical contributor to engineering leader, Marian University’s Master of Science in Engineering Management offers a flexible, hybrid pathway designed for working professionals. With clear admissions requirements and multiple start options, you can begin planning your graduate journey today.

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