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Engineering Management, M.S.

Overview

The M.S. in engineering management blends advanced engineering coursework with practical training in project planning, cost control, and organizational leadership.

Why Choose Florida Tech for Engineering Management?

Florida Tech’s master’s in engineering management combines advanced technical training with essential business and leadership skills—preparing students to manage projects, lead teams, and excel in fast-paced industries. With expert faculty, hands-on learning, and a curriculum shaped by industry needs, students gain the tools and confidence to take the next step in their career.

Professional and Collaborative Environment

Florida Tech’s engineering management program attracts students from around the world, many of whom are working professionals, creating a dynamic classroom experience. Students learn from expert faculty who bring real-world insights to the classroom and work alongside peers from a wide range of engineering backgrounds. This interdisciplinary setting fosters a professional and supportive culture that encourages creativity, leadership, and teamwork.

Expert Faculty With Real-World Impact

The engineering management professors bring deep industry experience directly into the classroom, giving students firsthand insight into the challenges and opportunities they’ll face in their career. As active consultants and researchers, they foster an engaging learning experience focused on solving today’s most pressing engineering problems.

Industry-Aligned and Team-Oriented

Team assignments are a cornerstone of the engineering management degree program, offering students the opportunity to solve real-world challenges commonly faced in industry. This collaborative approach allows students to apply their unique insights and expertise to practical projects, preparing them for the complexities of engineering management roles.

Thesis and Final Program Exam Options

As an engineering management student, students can choose to complete a thesis or a final program exam.

• The thesis option provides an immersive research experience, allowing students to develop expertise in a specialized area while contributing new insights to their field. Through close collaboration with faculty mentors, students gain personalized guidance, networking opportunities, and the potential to publish their work—enhancing both their academic and professional profile.
• The final program exam option offers a comprehensive assessment of the knowledge and skills students have gained, serving as a culminating experience that confirms their readiness for the next steps in their professional or academic journey.

Locations Offered

• Melbourne Campus

Careers in Engineering Management

Graduates of the engineering management program are prepared to lead teams, advance their careers, or pursue executive roles in high-tech industries worldwide. Many also launch and manage their own companies. With a foundation in innovation, ethics, collaboration, and leadership, they excel in executive decision-making and drive success in complex, global environments—as lead engineers, project managers, or senior executives.

Engineering Management Roles

• Chief engineering officer
• Chief technology officer
• Director of engineering
• Engineering advisor
• Engineering manager
• Global safety manager/director
• Lead engineer
• Operations manager
• Principal engineer
• Product manager
• Program manager
• Project manager
• Technical manager/supervisor
• Technical program manager

Curriculum

The engineering management curriculum combines technical expertise with essential management skills, preparing students to lead with confidence. Students master quality goal setting and measurement to ensure top system performance through customer-focused processes. Core project management training teaches students to plan, organize, and control projects to meet deadlines and specifications efficiently. Additional coursework in operations and logistics equips students to optimize manufacturing and facility workflows.

Related Programs

• Systems Engineering, M.S.
• Technology Management, M.S.
• Business Administration, MBA

Advanced Degree Options

The engineering management degree is ideal for professionals looking to advance their engineering careers. Some graduates also pursue further graduate studies in their specific engineering fields. For those seeking to deepen their leadership and business expertise, the Doctor of Business Administration program provides a strong pathway to elevate management skills.