How many credits are required for the engineering management program?
The program curriculum consists of 33 credits. Schedule a meeting with a program representative for more information.
How are engineering management classes delivered?
Flexible, seven-week courses let you balance your busy schedule while still reaping the benefits of once-per-week face-to-face classes, like networking, developing interpersonal skills, and coordinating and developing on-site projects.
How long will it take me to graduate with my Master of Engineering Management?
You can expect to complete your degree in as little as two years if attending part-time or 12-18 months if attending full-time.
What scholarships and funding options are offered for graduate engineering management students?
There are a variety of scholarships available to half-time and full-time students who meet certain criteria.
Do I need an engineering or technology undergraduate degree?
Typically, this program is designed for individuals in middle management engineering roles. Due to the program building upon skills already learned during bachelor’s degree programs, we ask that you come from an engineering or technology background and have a minimum of one year of professional work experience.
Is the engineering management program STEM designated?
This is a technically focused, analytical degree designed specifically to address the challenges found at the intersection of management and engineering. This program is STEM designated, allowing 36 months total of Optional Practical Training (OPT) compared to 12 months for non-STEM degrees.
Can I customize my engineering management degree?
We offer multiple graduate certificates — many of which can be stacked into a master’s degree. Also, there is a concurrent degree option where students can earn a second master’s while using courses to satisfy both programs’ requirements. Additionally, elective offerings allow you to customize your experience in the engineering management program.
Does the engineering management program offer experiential learning?
Our courses employ experiential learning techniques to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Our faculty collaborate with local companies to bring real world problems to course projects.
For example, in Engineering Management Strategy, students apply strategic analysis, risk analysis, and business process optimization to real world technical organizations. In Creativity and Problem Solving I, students get an opportunity to learn about their own problem-solving styles, and in Technical Project Management, students generate a portfolio to reflect on their negotiation skills and conflict management strategies.
Students can also participate in the Great Valley LaunchBox to apply their program knowledge to a real-world startup experience. In addition, there are opportunities to do research in the Insights Lab, Do iT Lab, and Smart Systems Research Group.
Can I transfer credits into the engineering management program?
A maximum of 10 graduate credits earned at another accredited institution may be applied. Courses must have been completed, with a grade of B or better, within five years prior to the date of enrollment. Up to 15 credits from Penn State nondegree and graduate certificate courses can be applied to a degree program—more information can be found here. Transfer credit approval is granted by the student’s academic adviser and division head after an admission offer has been accepted.
What career services are available to graduate students in engineering management?
Our Career Services office provides one-on-one career advancement support, internship guidance, access to career fairs and other career events with local and national companies, as well as an array of other services. An additional perk of being part of the Penn State family is access to career services for life.
Is the GMAT or GRE required?
The GMAT/GRE is not required for admission, but scores will be considered if submitted.
Are there program metrics?
The Penn State Fox Graduate School provides metrics on admission data, GMAT/GRE scores, enrollment, student demographics, time to degree, and degree conferral.
