Learn how to manage high-level engineering projects, teams and resources. Plus, engage in advanced study of data analytics, improving your ability to use data in a variety of engineering contexts.
Why study Engineering Management?
As a discipline, engineering management involves designing, operating and continuously improving high-tech enterprises through technical and management knowledge. Beyond achieving a project’s desired goals, such as completion, engineering management is equally focused on quality, sustainability, efficiency and – now more than ever – data.
With the development of the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as the incorporation of 5G in various engineering technologies, the amount of data from engineering systems is staggering – and, as importantly, increasing by the second. For engineering firms, this massive trove of data has led to improvements in product design, manufacturing, maintenance and operations.
But in order to capitalize on this opportunity, the industry needs smart engineering managers who can use data to continuously improve modern engineering operations. That’s where CSUN’s Master of Science in Engineering Management comes in.
In this program, students will acquire both, gaining a mastery of data as well as an expansive skillset of technical and managerial capabilities – a perfect match for today’s industry.
Why study Engineering Management at CSUN?
Our program prepares you for the top leadership roles in everything from major manufacturing to big tech. From day one, we’ll help you integrate your technical skills with the foundations of business and management, empowering you to lead anywhere you go.
Program Options
The MS in Engineering Management program at CSUN offers two specialized options to tailor your education to your career goals. Both options have a common set of core courses which build foundational skills to function in industry as an engineering manager. Once you are done with the core courses:
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The general degree option provides students with the expertise needed to master project management in technical firms, including skills such as sustainability and marketing which are necessary to know in an engineering management role.
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The data analytics degree option provides students with the opportunity to deepen their understanding of data analysis and programming, equipping you with the skills needed to manage teams that increasingly depend on data across industries, including manufacturing, preventive maintenance, quality engineering, and designing supply chain systems.
Program Features:
Group-powered learning
When you enroll, we’ll place you in a small, interactive group of peers from diverse organizations and industries. And from the first day of class to the last, you’ll learn and grow together.
Get close, personal support
Throughout the program, you’ll receive the one-on-one support of a team dedicated to your personal and professional success. Whether it’s enrollment, grading or financial aid, our team of experts will help you stay on track and finish on time.
Learn the field from anywhere, at any time
On our convenient online platform, you can earn your professional experience and credentials from home, work, or on the go. Our online courses feature real-time class sessions, on-demand access to learning materials, and frequent networking opportunities with your peers.
This program is offered through self-support. Visit Tseng College for more information.
What You'll Learn
In this program, we equip you with powerful tools to help you make better, more profitable decisions – all backed by data. You’ll explore visualization and dashboard design, all while studying real-world examples of how businesses use data to optimize systems and increase efficiency.
This 33-credit program offers two options, a general degree option and the data analytics option.
From consumer habits to industrial manufacturing and supply chains, you’ll learn how to interpret trends, predict failure and capitalize on new opportunities.
Alongside other engineers, you’ll learn how to:
- Manage diverse engineering projects
- Lead technical teams
- Analyze and use data of all sizes
- Introduce sustainable innovations
- Optimize production, manufacturing and more
- Develop marketing strategies and plans for engineering projects
When you finish, not only will you know how to enter new jobs and markets – you’ll know how to excel once you get there.
In this option, you'll learn to integrate theory and practice. You'll develop analytical and communication skills worthy of a technical leader.
Through this program, you will learn how to:
- Lead teams of engineering professionals in engineering firms
- Interpret qualitative and quantitative data to take decisions about engineering systems and daily operations in engineering firms
- Communicate effectively as an engineering manager, including understanding data visualization
- Understand entrepreneurship and demonstrate aspects of starting and running a new business or a new division within a larger organization
- Understand and demonstrate quality management and related concepts
- Apply quantitative analysis tools/methods to make managerial decisions
Careers & Outcomes
A booming field, engineering management is at the forefront of many emerging markets – from big tech to major manufacturing. Coming as no surprise, companies are aggressively recruiting and compensating well-educated engineering managers.
Over the last two years, the job market for engineering management grew significantly, in both size and pay:
- 58% in job postings in 2020-2021
- $155,000/yr median salary
- 24% higher pay for analytical roles