Leading engineers means more shaping strategy as well as managing projects. With vision, you can drive innovation.
The Executive Master of Science in Engineering Management hybrid program equips experienced professionals to lead teams, align technology with business goals, and make high-level strategic decisions. You’ll learn how to oversee complex projects, manage engineering teams, and align technology with business strategy. If you’re ready to step beyond technical expertise and move into executive decision-making, this executive master’s degree in engineering management is the next step.
Explore advanced project management, systems engineering, economics, and AI applications — all with a focus on executive leadership. The hybrid format combines the flexibility of online coursework with the value of in-person experiences, allowing you to build meaningful connections with faculty and peers. By completing your Executive Master of Science in Engineering Management at ²ÝÁñÉçÇø, you’ll graduate ready to shape strategy, influence innovation, and lead organizations in today’s evolving industrial landscape.
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Programs & Requirements
Executive Master of Engineering Management
With the executive master’s degree in engineering management, you’ll gain the expertise to lead engineering organizations at the highest levels. Designed for experienced professionals, this program blends technical depth with strategic business practices, preparing you to oversee projects, manage teams, and guide innovation across industries. The hybrid format combines the flexibility of online learning with the benefits of in-person sessions, giving you both convenience and valuable networking opportunities.
This executive master’s in engineering management program requires 31 credit hours, including a one-credit capstone. Coursework integrates project management, supply chain operations, financial analysis, systems engineering, and AI applications to help you develop executive-level leadership skills in engineering and industrial contexts.
Course Requirements
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Notes:
*All online students who are seeking to earn this degree must take this course in lieu of INTR 599, in addition to meeting all program degree requirements. Executive format students can substitute the required INTR 599 course in lieu of this course as part of their program degree requirements.
** Executive format programs have an applied learning component (internship or practicum) that is an integral and essential part of the established curriculum. Due to the applied learning component required for the degree program, Executive format students must enroll in INTR every term of enrollment.
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Executive Program Format
Our Executive Programs include hybrid course days designed for international graduate students studying in the U.S., or domestic students seeking a hybrid-format program. We strive to incorporate professional experience and real-world application of course curriculum into our programs to enhance the learning experience. Practical Training is an integral part of program coursework and available to all students. At the ²ÝÁñÉçÇø our degree programs focus on quality education at an affordable price.
Executive Program students take three (3) courses per semester. The program semester is based on the existing UC semester calendar, with three (3) annual semesters: fall, spring, and summer. Two of the courses each semester focus on the specific program content. Additionally, students will be required to attend an intensive residency weekend as part of their course enrollment each term. The third class includes an Applied Learning Practicum, in which students apply what they are learning in their other two courses to the real world via work or internship experiences.
Residency FAQs
Residency Session dates are determined by the course that you are registered for. It is very important that you make note of the class you registered for, as well as the designated residency weekend for that course as each course will only meet one weekend for the duration of the semester.
Even though we will only be meeting one weekend per semester, we will have the same number of contact hours with you. This will enable the instructors to make residency weekends much more valuable. This change will allow us to have meaningful projects on residency weekends.
You can view your semester schedule in your self-service portal in your Student Profile. Once you log into your MyUC account, click on Academics, then click on Current Schedule. Your schedule details will indicate the date and location of your residency weekend.
You can find information on the residency site locations on our website.
Yes, all three days are mandatory, and requests to arrive late or leave early will not be approved. Should you not be in attendance for the full session, you will be counted absent for the entire session. Please plan travel accordingly!
Attendance to each executive residency class session is mandatory. Students may make up no more than one (1) residency session throughout the duration of their academic program. Missing a second residency will result in the student being dismissed from the university.
A missed session will result in the student attending a make-up session, and paying a $300 residency make-up fee. In addition, the student may be asked for documentation from the program department providing an explanation as to why the scheduled residency session was missed. Make-up sessions must be completed prior to the end of the term. Noncompliance with this policy will result in dismissal from the executive program.
Make-up residency sessions will be held at our campus in Williamsburg, KY. You will be contacted with the time and dates after your absence is reported. There will only be one (1) residency make-up session offered each semester. Failure to attend all days of the makeup session will result in receiving a failing grade for the course, as well as potential dismissal from the University, and SEVIS termination.
If you cannot be in attendance for all three days then you will be counted absent for the entire residency weekend and be required to attend the make-up residency and pay the $300 make-up fee.
The Department of International Graduate Services will contact you via your UC student email as registration for the next term approaches. Please remember that you are required to register for (one) main class, (one) online class, and Applied Learning Practicum each semester in order to maintain your F1 status – late registration will not be accepted and can result in the termination of your student status.
Once you register for a class you will want to make note of the residency weekend that your class is scheduled, as that is the only session for that class that will be scheduled for the semester. You will need to be sure to plan your travel accordingly to ensure that you are in attendance for the full residency session.
Registration is done on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once a course is full, there will not be additional seats added, as we cannot exceed classroom seating capacity; therefore, it is advised that you register for classes as much in advance as possible. As a reminder, students cannot register for future semesters until their current tuition balance is paid in full.
*Please note all times are in local time zone*
Friday
Facility will open at 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
Facility will open at 7:00 a.m.
Sunday
Facility will open at 7:00 a.m.
We ask that you please take note of the above-mentioned times and schedule your travel accordingly.
*These dates have been set; however, if any changes are made, they will be made prior to registration for that semester. Not all dates are available at each residency location.
Fall 2024 (August 26th – December 13th)
- September 27 – 29
- October 4 – 6
- October 11 – 13
- October 18 – 20
- October 25 – 27
- November 1 – 3
- November 8 – 10
- November 15 – 17
- November 22 – 24
Spring 2025 (January 6th – April 30th)
- January 31-February 2
- February 7-9
- February 14-16
- February 21-23
- February 28-March 2
- March 7-9
- March 14-16
- March 21-23
- March 28-30
- April 4-6
- April 11-13
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Mission & Goals
To prepare experienced engineers and technical professionals for executive leadership, equipping them with the ability to integrate engineering expertise with advanced business strategy..
Engineering Management Careers & Outcomes
All stats from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Architectural and Engineering Manager: $167,740
Architectural and Engineering Manager: $167,740
Provide strategic leadership for engineering teams, oversee multimillion-dollar projects, and align innovation with organizational objectives.
Industrial Production Manager: $121,440
Industrial Production Manager: $121,440
Direct manufacturing operations at an executive level, ensuring efficiency, quality, and strategic alignment with business goals.
Project Management Specialist: $100,750
Project Management Specialist: $100,750
Manage complex, large-scale engineering and technology projects, balancing resources, risks, and organizational priorities.
Operations Research Analyst: $91,290
Operations Research Analyst: $91,290
Use advanced analytics and modeling to inform executive-level decisions and optimize performance across industries.
Management Analyst: $101,190
Management Analyst: $101,190
Advise leadership teams on organizational efficiency, strategic improvements, and data-driven decision-making.
Engineering Project Director: $145,000
Engineering Project Director: $145,000
Lead complex engineering initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and align project execution with organizational goals.
Common Questions about Engineering Management
With an Executive Master’s in Engineering Management, you can move into high-level leadership roles in engineering, technology, and industrial organizations. Graduates often serve as engineering directors, project executives, or senior operations managers where strategy and innovation intersect.
Yes. The Executive Master of Science in Engineering Management hybrid program is designed for experienced professionals. The hybrid format blends online coursework with in-person sessions, giving you the flexibility to balance your studies with your career.
Absolutely. This program equips you with the advanced leadership skills needed to manage complex engineering organizations. With a median annual salary of $167,740 for engineering managers, the career and financial returns are strong.
The program requires 31 credit hours. Most students finish the executive master’s in engineering management in under two years, depending on course load and pacing.
UC offers competitive graduate tuition rates and free rental textbooks through the One Price Promise. At $549 per credit hour, the Executive Master of Science in Engineering Management delivers exceptional value at the executive level.
Executive Program Admission Requirements
All students in our executive programs are required to meet a standard set of admissions requirements for graduate students.
Faculty Experts in Engineering Management
Learn more about the caring and experienced faculty at ²ÝÁñÉçÇø.
Dr. Divine Fondem
Dr. Sean-Michael Green
Dr. Dean Gualco
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