Engineering Management (Online)

Unlock Your Leadership Potential

Innovate. Advance Your Career as a Leader in Engineering.

You’ve spent years building your technical expertise—now it’s time to lead with vision. Transitioning from a technical role to a leadership position is one of the most significant career steps you can make, and the Online MS in Engineering Management at ��ֱ�� is designed to help you make that leap.

This program provides the foundational management skills to help you lead teams, manage resources, and drive innovation, while also preparing you for the technologies of tomorrow, including Industry 4.0, IoT, AI and automation. As an online student, you'll have access to an array of resources including our , online library and Office of Career Development.

Estimated Program Length	24 months
Credit Hours	37
Course Length	Semester-long and seven-week formats
Transfer Credits Accepted	Up to 6
Cost per Credit	$650

Why Choose ��ֱ��’s MS in Engineering Management?

Flexible & Online

100% Online: Designed for working professionals, the program is fully asynchronous, giving you the flexibility to study at your own pace and on your own schedule.
Real-Time Interaction: Live sessions with professors and collaborative team projects allow for real-time engagement, helping you connect with your instructors and peers to deepen your understanding.

Affordable & Employer-Supported

Tuition Under $25,000: An affordable investment in your leadership future.
Employer Reimbursement: Many employers offer partial or full tuition reimbursement to support your professional development.

A Balanced Approach to Management

Core Leadership Skills: The program focuses on managing time, money, and people—essential skills for every leader.
Innovation-Focused: Prepare to lead with a focus on Industry 4.0, IoT, AI, and automation, ensuring you’re ready to guide your company through the next wave of technological transformation.
Real-World Application: Your capstone project isn’t just for academic credit—it can be directly applied to your workplace, solving real challenges and driving innovation in your company.

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John R. Post School of Engineering

Program Highlights

STEM Leadership Focus: Learn to lead technical teams, optimize operations, and drive innovation in the tech-driven landscape.
Cutting-Edge Technologies: Prepare to lead with the latest trends in automation, IoT, AI, and Industry 4.0.
Small Class Sizes & Faculty Support: Enjoy personalized mentorship from faculty with extensive industry experience.
Capstone Project: Your capstone will directly benefit your company, allowing you to apply what you’ve learned to real-world challenges and solutions.

Foundations and the Future of Leadership

The MS in Engineering Management program provides a comprehensive curriculum that equips you with both foundational management skills and an understanding of emerging technologies. Here’s how we integrate leadership and innovation:

Managing People, Time, and Money: Master the essential skills for managing teams and projects effectively. Learn the art of time management, financial oversight, and human resource leadership.
Driving Innovation: Explore the technologies that are transforming industries—Industry 4.0, IoT, AI, and automation—and gain the tools to lead your organization through these changes.
Real-World Relevance: Courses incorporate case studies, industry projects, and problem-solving approaches that prepare you to tackle challenges both in the classroom and at work.
Industry-Relevant Skills: Key courses include project management, risk analysis, operations optimization, and financial management, all focused on equipping you with the skills needed to excel as a manager in technical fields.

Prerequisite Courses

To ensure you're fully prepared for the program, students should have completed the following courses:

Calculus I
Introductory Statistics
Introductory Computer Programming

If you haven’t completed these, don’t worry! Online preparatory courses are available to help you meet the prerequisites before starting the program.

Career Outlook and Salary Information

According to the :

Median Salary for Engineering Managers in 2023: $165,370 per year
Projected Job Growth (2023-2033): Alvernia 15,000 job openings are expected for electrical engineers, a 6% increase — faster than the average for all professions (5%).

Graduates of the program are well-equipped for leadership positions such as:

Engineering Manager
Operations Director
Project Manager
Systems Engineer
Supply Chain Manager

Admissions Requirements

Along with your completed application accompanied by $50 non-refundable application fee, you’ll need to provide a few supporting materials:

Complete your online application through the Graduate Programs application portal.
Order your official transcript(s). Request the college or university send transcript(s) to gradandadult@alvernia.edu.
Request two professional or academic letters of recommendation.
Submit a Personal Statement reflecting on your goals for the program.
Submit your Professional Resume.
A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher is recommended.
Successful completion of the following prerequisite courses: Calculus I, Introductory Statistics, and Introductory Computer Programming.

Financing Your Education

There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our financial aid page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. ��ֱ��’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.

Accreditation Statement

Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Get to Know Your Faculty

For more information about ��ֱ��’s Engineering Managment program contact the Graduate and Adult Education Admissions Office at 610-796-5187 or gradandadult@alvernia.edu. Or reach out directly to John R. Post School of Engineering Director Joseph Mahoney at 484-254-2135 or joseph.mahoney@alvernia.edu.