Master of Science in Engineering Management

Northeastern University

Top 40 Engineering School

Accredited degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University

18 months

8 courses total, 10 hours per week per course

$24,000 USD total cost

$3,000 x 8 courses = $24,000, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without technical experience, start learning

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

A curriculum designed for modern engineering management

The Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) prepares you to lead complex engineering projects and teams in today’s technology-driven industries. Whether your background is in engineering, business, or another field, this program builds the management, analytical, and technical skills needed to advance your career.

The curriculum combines engineering principles with strategic project management and business leadership, helping you learn how to plan, design, and execute large-scale projects. You will use modern tools and software to apply deterministic models, optimize industrial operations, and conduct economic analyses that inform decision-making.

You will also explore the human, managerial, and technical aspects of engineering leadership, developing the expertise to manage teams, drive innovation, and deliver results across industries. With performance-based admissions, you can begin learning right away with or without prior STEM or technical experience.

Lead in engineering and innovation

Develop the technical, managerial, and strategic skills to lead complex engineering projects, drive innovation, and guide teams across industries.

Learn from industry-active faculty

Study with instructors from Northeastern’s College of Engineering who bring real-world experience in project management, systems engineering, and operations leadership.

Gain hands-on, project-based experience

Apply modern engineering and management frameworks to real-world challenges, building a portfolio that showcases your ability to plan, execute, and optimize large-scale projects.

Study on your schedule

Complete your degree 100% online, full-time or part-time, and start in January, May, or September. Most students finish the eight-course program in as little as 18 months.

Applications for the Summer 2026 cohort are now open!

Priority deadline: March 28, 2026
Application deadline: April 1, 2026

Applications for the Spring 2026 cohort are now closed!

If you have submitted your fast app by December 8, 2025 you have until December 22, 2025 to complete your enrollment.

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