Program Structure

The residential MSEM program is typically a 3-semester program. Students in the program are required to complete: 

• A declared technical track of five advanced courses (minimum fifteen credits) in engineering or applied science (please see a list of available options here). Up to two Engineering for Professionals courses may be applied to a student’s technical track at the adviser’s discretion. 

• A project-based management track offered by the Center for Leadership Education and tailored to the needs of future engineering managers. To facilitate this program, all MSEM students will take required management courses together as a cohort. All management cohorts begin during the fall semester.  
• The MS in Engineering Management degree program is specifically designed for individuals preparing for a career in industry. As such, all MSEM students have the curricular option to complete the 3-credit, graded  MSEM Internship and Assessment Course (EN.662.802 (01) in conjunction with an external internship to satisfy one of the MSEM degree elective requirements. Typically students complete this course in the third semester of study (Fall). It can either be linked to an extension of a summer internship between the second and third semesters, or it can be linked to a standalone internship for the one semester only. Prior program approval is required to enroll in the internship course, which includes regularly scheduled meetings with the MSEM Coordinator, a class presentation, and a final report related to the internship experience.
• Please refer to the MSEM Guidebook and  Check Sheet for additional details.