Program Overview

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Professional Master's in Applied Systems Engineering (Online)

The Professional Master's in Applied Systems Engineering (Online) is a two-year program designed for working professionals. It allows students to gain knowledge and experience in systems engineering, teaching them how to consider the entire lifecycle of a project and product, learn by doing, and expand their skills by learning from peers.

Program Overview

• The program consists of 10 courses (30 credit hours) and is delivered in a hybrid format, combining face-to-face instruction, video teleconferencing, and online modules.
• It is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as #4 in the nation for Best Graduate Engineering Schools, with Industrial and Systems Engineering ranked #1 nationally.
• The program is designed to help students surge forward in their careers by teaching them how to:
  • Consider the entire lifecycle of the project and the product.
  • Learn by doing, not just theory.
  • Exponentially expand their skills by learning from their peers.

Program-at-a-Glance

• 10 courses (30 credit hours)
• Hybrid Instruction
• #1 ISYE Graduate Program (33 consecutive years)
• 2 Year Cohort Model

Admissions

Admission Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in math, hard science, or engineering from an accredited college or university
• GPA of at least 3.0
• Five years of technically relevant professional work experience
• Interview: may be required as part of the application process
• Online Application: admission is a competitive process, and all facets of the application are carefully reviewed

Admission Deadlines

• Standard Application Deadline: March 1
• Final Application Deadline: April 15

How to Apply

• Applications are submitted electronically and include a nonrefundable application fee
• Required documents:
  • Official transcripts from each institution attended
  • Lawful Presence Document (if living in the U.S.)
  • English Language Proficiency
  • References: three recommendations, initiated through the online application
  • Test Scores (Optional): GRE or GMAT
  • Program-Specific Questions/Materials:
    • Statement of Purpose
    • Professional Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Cost & Aid

Tuition and Fees

• Credit Hours: 3, Tuition: $3,415, Mandatory Student Fees: $107
• Credit Hours: 6, Tuition: $6,632, Mandatory Student Fees: $440
• Tuition and mandatory student fees are subject to change without notice

Payments and Refunds

• All payments of tuition and fees are handled by the Bursar’s office
• Refunds and overpayments are electronically disbursed to the student’s checking or savings account

Financial Assistance

• Education Loans: U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible
• Employer Tuition Reimbursement: contact employer’s human resources department
• The Post-9/11 GI Bill: qualified U.S. veterans may be eligible for financial support

Curriculum

The two-year program consists of six core courses on systems engineering fundamentals, modeling and simulation, SysML, and system design, plus four courses providing a specialization in complex systems.

Accreditation

• Georgia Tech’s institutional accreditation: see gatech.edu/accreditation
• NC-SARA Approval: The Institute has been approved by the state of Georgia to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Process

• What should I include in my Statement of Purpose essay?: explain motivation for applying, contributions to the cohort, and how the employer will benefit
• What is the application deadline?: final deadline is May 1 for Fall admission consideration
• Who should I request recommendations from?: current and past supervisors/managers

Cost and Aid

• When is tuition due each semester?: see the Bursar's Office website for fee payment schedules
• Are there any fellowships, graduate or assistantships offered?: no, the program is ideal for working professionals

Dates and Travel

• Will I need to travel to Georgia Tech's Atlanta Campus?: yes, three times over the two-year course of study
• Do I need to travel for this program?: only for the three scheduled campus visits

General Program Information

• After completing the Master's in Applied Systems Engineering program, will a diploma be awarded with the degree?: yes, a Georgia Tech degree entitled Professional Master's in Applied Systems Engineering
• What is the difference between a Masters of Science degree and a Professional Master's degree?: designed for those interested in pursuing graduate-level studies and immediately applying the knowledge to their work environment

Program Format

• What is a cohort?: a group of students working towards a common degree, taking the same classes on the same schedule
• What do you mean by a "hybrid format"?: a combination of face-to-face instruction, video teleconferencing, and online modules

INCOSE Certification Overview

• What is INCOSE?: a not-for-profit membership organization for systems engineering professionals
• Does INCOSE offer systems engineering certifications?: yes, three levels of Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification
• What does PMASE academic equivalency mean for students?: students can bypass the INCOSE certification exam and apply for certification post-graduation

Benefits of INCOSE Certification and Membership

• As you likely know, employers greatly value INCOSE Certification
• INCOSE members receive access to the INCOSE handbook and other helpful content
• Members can collaborate and engage with a network of more than 18,000 professionals with similar interests

How to Become a Member of INCOSE

• Georgia Tech is a member of the INCOSE Corporate Advisory Board (CAB)
• Students can create a free CAB Associate account and get access to the INCOSE Systems Engineering Handbook and other content

How to Apply for ASEP or CSEP Certification

• After obtaining CAB Associate membership, INCOSE will assign an ID
• Once verified, students will be invited to apply for individual membership and certification after graduation

Difference Between CAB Associate Membership and Individual Membership

• CAB Associate membership provides access to the INCOSE Handbook and content
• Individual membership is required for certification and includes all associate member benefits, plus discounts for INCOSE events and products

Eligibility to Apply for Certification with Academic Equivalency

• Students must apply for INCOSE Certification within 12 months of graduating
• After 12 months, students will need to take the exam to meet the knowledge requirement for ASEP or CSEP certification

Previous Graduates

• No, previous graduates (before 2024) will need to take the exam for INCOSE certification

Student Membership

• Students must be enrolled three-fourths to full-time to be eligible for INCOSE student membership
• The PMASE program is part-time, and student members are not eligible for certification.