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Online Master's in Engineering Management

Engineering is evolving fast, and leadership skills are now just as important as technical expertise.

A man and woman look over plans inside a factory.
A man and woman look over plans inside a factory.

Types

Master

Location

Online

Credits

31

Cost

$355/credit hour

Technology drives innovation, but leadership brings it to life. With guidance, engineers can shape the future.

The Master of Science in Engineering Management offers the foundation you could use to lead teams, manage complex projects, and align engineering work with strategic business goals. If you’re ready to move beyond technical expertise and become a decision-maker, this master’s degree in engineering management is the next step. In this program, you’ll explore project management, systems engineering, finance, and AI applications — all designed to prepare you for leadership in today’s evolving engineering landscape. With the online Master of Science in Engineering Management program at ²ÝÁñÉçÇø, you’ll learn to bridge the gap between engineering and business strategy to lead projects, manage teams, and align technical solutions with organizational goals in a dynamic, technology-driven world.

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By the numbers

100%

Online

100%

Accredited
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Programs & Requirements

Programs & Requirements

Master of Engineering Management

With the master’s degree in engineering management, you’ll gain the expertise to lead complex projects and guide engineering teams with confidence. The program blends technical knowledge with strategic business practices, preparing you to make informed decisions, manage resources effectively, and align engineering solutions with organizational goals. Coursework applies directly to real-world challenges, giving you the skills to thrive in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven industry.

This Master of Science in Engineering Management online program requires 31 credit hours, including a one-credit capstone. Courses cover project management, business analytics, systems engineering, AI applications, and financial decision-making to prepare you for leadership in engineering and industry.

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Missions and Goals

The mission is to prepare engineers to become strategic leaders bridging technical expertise and business management, driving innovation and value in today’s evolving industrial landscape.

Apply engineering management principles to optimize performance
Lead cross-functional engineering teams with collaboration, critical thinking, and effective communication
Integrate systems engineering and AI applications
Use economic analysis to evaluate project feasibility and support strategic planning
Address ethical, legal, and regulatory considerations in engineering management
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Engineering Management Careers & Outcomes

Architectural and Engineering Manager: $167,740

Architectural and Engineering Manager: $167,740

Oversee engineering teams, projects, and budgets while aligning technical solutions with business goals.

Industrial Production Manager: $121,440

Industrial Production Manager: $121,440

Direct manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and ensure product quality in industrial environments.

Project Management Specialist: $100,750

Project Management Specialist: $100,750

Plan, coordinate, and manage technical projects across engineering, construction, and technology fields. 

Operations Research Analyst: $91,290

Operations Research Analyst: $91,290

Apply analytics and mathematical modeling to solve organizational challenges and optimize performance.

Management Analyst: $101,190

Management Analyst: $101,190

Evaluate organizational processes, recommend improvements, and guide companies in making data-driven decisions.

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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Faculty Experts in Engineering Management

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

Margaret Combs

Margaret Combs

Professor
Accounting
Business Administration
Doctor of Business Administration
Master's in Strategic Management
MBA - Master Business Administration
PhD Business

Margaret Combs

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Dr. Stephanie Thacker

Dr. Stephanie Thacker

Associate Professor
Business Administration
Doctor of Business Administration
MBA - Master Business Administration
PhD Business

Dr. Stephanie Thacker

Contact Information

606-539-5594
stephanie.thacker [at] ucumberlands.edu
Hutton School of Business
Dr. Vonda Moore

Dr. Vonda Moore

Professor
Business Administration
Doctor of Business Administration
MBA - Master Business Administration
PhD Business

Dr. Vonda Moore

Contact Information

606-539-4293
vonda.moore [at] ucumberlands.edu
Hutton School of Business
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