Online Master of Science in Engineering Management
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Advance Your Skills in Managing Engineering Projects and Processes
The Master of Science in Engineering Management program is designed to help professionals bridge the gap between technical expertise and organizational leadership. This program blends advanced engineering principles with business and management strategies, aiming to prepare you to manage complex projects and drive innovation within technical environments. In your engineering management master's program, you’ll work to build the knowledge to make data-driven decisions, optimize systems and processes and ensure quality and compliance across engineering operations.
Gain Expertise in Technology and Process Integration Online
Your master’s in engineering management online provides a learning experience that can support working professionals who want to advance their education without putting their careers on hold. As a GCU student, you can benefit from a values-driven community and experienced faculty who bring practical expertise into the virtual classroom to keep you connected and engaged. The online format allows you to complete coursework on a flexible schedule while still receiving the same quality education and support that defines our commitment to our students.
Master’s in Engineering Management Online Coursework
As a student completing your MSEM degree, you’ll engage with coursework designed to build both your technical expertise and leadership abilities. Through coursework and applied learning, you can strengthen your ability to communicate across disciplines, make strategic decisions and establish engineering initiatives that align with business goals.
Coursework in the program covers the following topics:
Systems engineering
Complexity theory
Lean manufacturing
Leadership and organizational dynamics
Marketing management
Project management
Standards
Cyber warfare
Career Paths for MS in Engineering Management Graduates
Throughout this master’s program, you’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills needed to make strategic decisions, foster innovation and optimize processes. You may also gain the expertise to set goals and guide staff in enhancing technology and overall organizational performance.
Graduates of this Master of Science in Engineering Management program may qualify for roles such as:
Facilities manager
Industrial production manager
Architectural and engineering manager
Industrial engineer
Median annual wage for architectural and engineering managers as of May 20241
Number of projected job openings per year for architectural engineering managers from 2024 to 20342
Earn Your MSEM Degree From an Accredited University
As an institutionally accredited university, GCU is committed to providing all students with a quality education. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968, we uphold a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and student-focused learning.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re exploring the possibility of enrolling in an MS in Engineering Management program, read through some frequently asked questions and answers to gain some more insight into this graduate option.
An engineering management master’s degree can be a valuable investment for professionals who are looking to expand their knowledge set and combine technical expertise with leadership skills. This degree can help prepare you to oversee complex engineering projects, manage teams, optimize processes and drive innovation, which you may find beneficial to your current or future career. If your goal is to pursue management roles in the technical field, this program can provide practical skills that may directly impact your role.
Graduates of this MSEM degree may qualify for roles in the field, such as an industrial production manager, architectural and engineering manager or industrial engineer. The degree can help you bridge the gap between engineering and business, which may position you to lead teams, inspire innovation and strategically manage resources to help accomplish company goals.
An MS in Engineering Management focuses on integrating advanced engineering knowledge with business knowledge in leadership, project management and process optimization. It’s geared toward professionals in technical fields who want to manage engineering projects and position themselves for potential leadership. An MBA in Engineering Management provides a broader business education, often covering areas such as finance, marketing and strategy. This is typically tailored for individuals seeking general business leadership roles.3
Embrace your technical expertise to lead others, influence strategy and drive innovation. Transition from solving complex problems yourself to guiding teams, shaping systems and delivering results that matter. Start your journey today.
- The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”), Architectural and Engineering Managers, as of May 2024, retrieved November 2025. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as architectural and engineering managers, nor does it reflect earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It is very unlikely that a median salary will reflect an entry-level salary. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc. against a pool of candidates.
- COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. Accordingly, data shown is effective August 2025, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Architectural and Engineering Managers, retrieved November 2025.
- Bouchrika, I. (2025, Oct. 21). Master’s in Engineering Management (MEM) vs. MBA: Explaining the Difference in 2025. Research.com. Retrieved November 2025.