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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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By the Numbers

31

Credit Hours

100%

Accredited
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Programs & Requirements

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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Executive Student Resources

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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.

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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..

Lead industrial organizations through executive-level management practices
Apply advanced project management, systems engineering, and financial analysis in strategic decision-making
Integrate artificial intelligence and emerging technologies into operations
Build executive leadership capacity with collaboration, communication, and critical thinking
Address complex legal, ethical, and regulatory challenges at the leadership level
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Engineering Management Careers & Outcomes

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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.

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Common Questions about Engineering Management

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Executive Program Admission Requirements

All students in our executive programs are required to meet a standard set of admissions requirements for graduate students.

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Faculty Experts in Engineering Management

Learn more about the caring and experienced faculty at ²ÝÁñÉçÇø. 

Dr. Divine Fondem

Dr. Divine Fondem

Adjunct Professor
Business Administration

Dr. Divine Fondem

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divine.fondem [at] ucumberlands.edu
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Dr. Sean-Michael Green

Dr. Sean-Michael Green

Adjunct Professor
Business Administration

Dr. Sean-Michael Green

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sean-michael.green [at] ucumberlands.edu
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Dr. Dean Gualco

Dr. Dean Gualco

Adjunct Professor
Business Administration

Dr. Dean Gualco

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dean.gualco [at] ucumberlands.edu
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