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  • Flexibility
    Part Time | Full Time
  • Delivery Options
    Online | On Campus
  • Degree
    MS

Combine engineering and business expertise, choose from three concentrations and complete your degree online or on campus with the Master of Science (MS) in Engineering Management.

Lead Across Industries with the Master's in Engineering Management

UMass Lowell’s highly ranked Master's in Engineering Management is designed for students from both technical and nontechnical backgrounds. Our M.S. program combines advanced engineering principles with business strategy and cross-functional management expertise. With strong industry connections, experienced faculty and flexible learning options, you'll learn to address complex challenges and pursue leadership opportunities across engineering and business.

Choose from concentrations in:

  • Design and Manufacturing
  • Engineering Services and Infrastructure Management
  • Operations and Supply Chain Management

Explore an MBA dual degree option: Eligible students may pair the Master's in Engineering Management with an MBA through UMass Lowell’s dual master’s degree pathway.

Program Quick Facts

  • GRE Not Required
  • Available Online & On Campus
  • STEM-Designated Degree
  • Complete in 18 Months Part-time or 12 Month Full-time

Master's in Engineering Management Curriculum

The Master of Science in Engineering Management is a 31-credit program, consisting of 12 total courses.

The MSEM program is 31 credits in length. Some courses will be offered both on campus and online and the MSEM is open to both full-time and part-time students.
Required Core Courses
Course #Course NameCr.
Total16
MECH.5760Engineering Project Management3
POMS.6220 or
CHEN.5480		Decision Analytics or
Engineering Process Analytics		3
ACCT.5010Financial Accounting (prereq: FINA.50102
FINA.5010Business Financial Analysis2
MKTG.5010Marketing Fundamentals2
POMS.5010Operations Fundamentals2
MGMT.5010Organizational Behavior2

Required Courses for Design & Manufacturing Concentration (choose 3)
Course #Course NameCredit hr.
CIVE.5210 or
MECH.5740		Reliability Analysis in Engineering or
Design For Reliability Engineering		3
MECH.5120Applied Finite Element Analysis3
MECH.5490Cooling of Electronic Equipment3
MECH.5530MEMS & Microsystems3
MECH.5710Quality Engineering3
MECH.5750Industrial Design of Experiments3
MECH.5790Robotics3
PLAS.5180Plastic Product Design3
PLAS.5370 or
PLAS.5900		Business Law for Engineers or
Survey of Intellectual Property
3
PLAS.5530Medical Device Design I3
PLAS.6180Structural Product Design3
Total

9

Required Courses for Operations & Supply Chain Management Concentration (choose 3)
Course #Course NameCredit hr.
Total9
PLAS.5150Lean Plastics Manufacturing3
PLAS.6060Plastics Manufacturing Systems Engineering3
PUBH.5510Work Environment Policy and Practice3
MGMT.6100Managerial Leadership3
MGMT.6010Managing Organizational Change3
MGMT.6150International Business3
POMS.6010Operations Management3
POMS.6020Global Supply Chain Management3
POMS.6120Statistics for Predictive Analysis3
POMS.6240Analytical Decision Making Tools3

Prerequisite Courses for Engineering Services/Infrastructure Management Concentration
Course #Course NameCredit hr.
CIVE.4750Construction Management3
CIVE.4700Engineering Economics3
Total6

Required Courses for Engineering Services/Infrastructure Management Concentration (choose 3)
Course #Course NameCredit hr.
CIVE.5110Inspection an Monitoring of Civil Infrastructure3
CIVE.5400Urban transportation planning3
CIVE.5440Transportation Economics and Project Evaluation3
CIVE.5210Reliability Analysis3
CIVE.5760GIS Application in Civil and Environmental Engineering3
Total9

Why Earn your Master's in Engineering Management at UMass Lowell?

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Earn a High Value Engineering Management Degree

Earn a top-ranked master's degree online for under $20,000. UMass Lowell has the highest return on investment of any public university.

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Pair Your Degree With an MBA

Nine credits from the M.S. in Engineering Management may apply toward the MBA, reducing the time and cost of earning your MBA by nearly 30%.

Submit an MBA application if you're interested.

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Choose Your Area of Specialization

Choose your concentration:

  • Design and Manufacturing
  • Engineering Services/Infrastructure Management
  • Operations and Supply Management
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Study with Maximum Flexibility

Course work can be completed 100% online, on campus or through a mix of both formats.

Master's in Engineering Management Career Outlook

  • +6%

    Projected new job growth for engineering managers

    (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024)

  • $165,370

    Mean annual wage for engineering managers

    (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024)

Where Our Graduates Work

  • Raytheon
  • BAE Systems
  • Analog Devices
  • United States Air Force
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Medtronic
  • L3Harris Technologies
  • National Grid
  • Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
  • GE Aerospace
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
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“The degree will broaden my horizons and help me get into any industry I want.”

Rohann Nair was torn about whether to pursue a master of science degree or an MBA. Instead of choosing, he opted for both by enrolling in UMass Lowell’s master’s degree in engineering management. Read Rohann Nair's story

Tuition and Admissions

Eligible students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial assistance.

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Cost Per Credit*

  • Online: $610
  • Online Business: $655
  • Online Engineering: $655
  • Online Education: $470
  • Online 7000-Level Education: $750
  • Online Hyflex: $850
  • Select Online Nursing M.S. Courses: $750
  • Term Registration Fee: $30

*Please note: Tuition and fees are subject to change. Please see the online tuition and fees page for more program-specific information.

View Estimated Annual Tuition and Fees for the 2025 - 2026 Academic Year

As a graduate student, you may qualify for federal student aid and other need-based scholarships. To be considered for financial assistance, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more at UMass Lowell Graduate Aid.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and certain eligible non-citizens. Please visit Financial Aid if you have questions about your eligibility.

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  • Application Fee: $75
  • Statement of Purpose: Outline goals, experience and achievements (max 2 pages)
  • Letters of Recommendation: Two (2) for master's, three (3) for doctoral applicants.
  • Transcripts: You may apply with unofficial transcripts, but if accepted, official transcripts are required.
  • Test Scores: The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required for Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programs. GRE scores are not required for master’s programs. Applicants to master’s programs may submit GRE scores if they wish, but doing so is optional. Please send test scores to EngineeringCAS using school code 4530.

All materials must be received before your application is reviewed. To add documents before review, log in and select “Program Materials.”

International Applicants

English proficiency is required. If English is not your country’s national language, please submit one of the following scores:

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 79+
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6.5+
  • Duolingo: 115+
  • ASC English: Level 6+
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE): 53+

For the TOEFL, please send your scores to EngineeringCAS using the school code B887.

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