Program Overview

Overview of the Online Master of Science in Industrial Engineering

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering online program at Arizona State University combines physical, mathematical, and social sciences to design systems that enhance quality of life and deliver meaningful improvements to sophisticated systems. This program is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in industrial engineering, with a focus on developing analytical skills and expertise in areas such as statistics, optimization, computer simulation, and advanced analytics.

Program Details

• The program consists of 30 credit hours, with 9 core credits, 9 elective credits, and 12 credits in a related area of interest.
• The program culminates in a non-credit portfolio to showcase expertise.
• Courses explore enterprise information systems, production systems, data modeling, and more to prepare students for senior and leadership roles in industrial engineering.

Core Courses

• Advanced Simulating Stochastic Systems
• Applied Deterministic Operations Research
• Applied Stochastic Operations Research Models
• Design Engineering Experiments
• Production Systems
• Regression Analysis
• Reliability Engineering

Career Opportunities

• Process Engineer
• Business Analyst
• Project Engineer
• Quality Engineer
• Industrial engineers work across various fields, including aerospace product manufacturing, computer and electronic product manufacturing, engineering services, machinery manufacturing, and motor vehicle parts manufacturing.

Admission Requirements

• Applicants must have a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.20 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
• All applicants must submit:
  • Graduate admission application and application fee.
  • Official transcripts.
  • Personal statement.
• An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency.
• At the time of application, all applicants must have successfully completed a minimum of nine credit hours of calculus with a grade of "C" (scale is 4.00 = "A") or higher.

Additional Admission Information

• A student with any deficiency coursework must complete each deficiency with a grade of "B" or better within two semesters of admission to the program.
• Deficiency courses include:
  • CSE 110 Principles of Programming.
  • CSE 205 Object-Oriented Programming and Data Structures.
  • IEE 376 Operations Research Deterministic Techniques/Applications.
  • IEE 380 Probability and Statistics for Engineering Problem Solving.
  • IEE 470 Stochastic Operations Research.
  • MAT 242 Elementary Linear Algebra.
• GMAT, GRE, or other test scores are not required for admission.

Tuition and Financial Aid

• Use the tuition calculator to estimate full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid.
• Most students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Faculty and Accreditation

• The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering is dedicated to providing a dynamic learning environment and supporting all students on the paths to their degrees.
• The program has received numerous peer-reviewed programmatic honors from U.S. News & World Report.
• Faculty milestones include National Academy of Construction members, National Academy of Engineering members, National Academy of Inventors members, and National Academy of Sciences member.

Concurrent MBA and Industrial Engineering Master's Programs

• By pursuing ASU's online concurrent MBA and industrial engineering master's programs, students can earn two distinct degrees in complementary disciplines.
• Combining advanced engineering expertise with business knowledge can give students a competitive edge in the job market.
• Industrial engineering courses will deepen understanding of information systems, management systems, operations research, production systems, and quality and reliability engineering.
• To strengthen business acumen, students will complete MBA courses covering managerial statistics, operations and supply chain management, economics, accounting, strategic management, organizational theory, and more.