Program Overview
Engineering Management
Program Type
B.S.
Est. Time to Complete
4 Years
School
Graham School of Business
Delivery Mode
On Campus
Blend Problem-Solving With Business Acumen.
The Engineering Management major at York College combines business management savvy and technological expertise into one degree. Students begin with a foundation of engineering courses, gaining hands-on experience needed to excel in the workplace. They have access to state-of-the-art facilities and labs in the Kinsley Engineering Center, as well as faculty who are experts in their field. Advanced business courses are then added to the program.
The result is a graduate who is prepared to analyze and manage processes throughout the supply chain — and an expert who creates better value for companies and their customers.
Majoring in Engineering Management
Key Courses
Engineering Management Courses
The undergraduate engineering management degree program lets students customize their course load. They can choose from one of three sequences: Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
Their Engineering Management course schedule may include:
- PHY 160: Engineering Physics: Mechanics
- MGT 150: Principles of Management
- SCM 325: Six Sigma Process Management
- QBA 330: Supply Chain Analytics
- SCM 320: Lean Systems
- CVE 380: Construction Engineering
- MGT 410: Project Management
4+1 Graduate Degree Opportunities
As a major in Engineering Management, students may also choose to pursue a 4+1 program during their time at York College. This option allows them to complete a B.S. in Engineering Management and an M.A. in Strategic Leadership and Management in as few as five years.
Career Opportunities & Benefits
Career Path for Engineering Management
With a bachelor’s in Engineering Management, students can lead the research and development of new products, solve technical problems, propose budgets, supervise staff, and much more. As an engineering manager, they’ll have opportunities to work in a wide variety of fields, including construction, architecture, or software development.
Engineering Management degree job possibilities can include:
- Engineering research manager
- Mechanical engineering director
- Lead analyst
- Senior project engineer
- Engineering project manager
- Manufacturing manager
- Construction management engineer
- Industrial engineer
Engineering Manager Salary
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for engineering managers was $149,530 in May 2020. Many engineering managers also receive expense accounts, bonuses, and other job benefits.
Benefits of an Engineering Management Degree
Studying Engineering Management provides students with the best of business and technology. They’ll build their strengths as both an engineer and a business leader. They’ll also join an innovative field that boasts new opportunities every day.
According to the BLS, demand for management is expected to grow by five percent over the next 10 years. Demand is particularly high within public infrastructure and renewable energy construction.
Internships & Work Experience
Students can earn academic credit for work experience with an engineering internship that helps them build their resume — even before graduation day. Engineering Management majors are encouraged and supported in finding internship or paid co-op placements with local and regional partner organizations.
Mentorship & Community
Relationship-building is a hallmark of the programs in the Graham School of Business at York College. Students work closely with faculty members who care about helping them achieve their goals, and they learn how to form good networking relationships with professionals in their industry.
Kinsley Engineering Center
York College is home to state-of-the-art facilities in the Kinsley Engineering Center, dedicated specifically to student engineers. As an Engineering Management major, students have 24/7 access to the Center, including computer lab access, study nooks, lockers, a canteen area, and a variety of lab spaces.
High-Demand Skills
Engineering Management Skills and Competencies
Engineering Management majors begin their studies in an engineering discipline. They develop analytical, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills. Students then take advanced business courses to integrate their knowledge using business management principles within an engineering context.
Minors for Engineering Management Majors
Students can pair their bachelor of science in Engineering Management with one of many minors available at York College:
- Supply Chain Management
- Operations Management
- Entrepreneurial Studies
- Human Resource Management
- Information Systems
- Business Analytics
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
The Engineering Management, B.S., program is accredited by .
This accreditation focuses on recognizing teaching excellence, determining student learning outcomes, and a continuous improvement model. ACBSP’s student-centered teaching and learning approach, which is measured and analyzed for quality, ensures that students gain the right skills from their educational investment. Institutions with programs accredited by ACBSP are committed to continuous improvement that ensures their business program will give students the skills employers want.
Computer Engineering Courses
Students' class schedules will include core courses for their major, Gen Next general education classes, and electives.
Course Name | Course Code | Credits
- Engineering Physics: Mechanics | PHY 160 | 5 Credits
- Principles of Management | MGT 150 | 3 Credits
- Six Sigma Process Management | SCM 325 | 3 Credits
- Supply Chain Management | SCM 320 | 3 Credits
- Lean Systems | SCM 320 | 3 Credits
Careers in Engineering Management
These are just a few of the many career opportunities graduates of the Engineering Management degree may find:
Engineering Research Manager
Mechanical Engineering Director
Lead Analyst
Senior Project Engineer
Engineering Project Manager
Industrial Engineer