Master of Science in Engineering Management

Lead engineering teams, manage complex projects and accelerate your career.

Technical expertise can open the door, but leadership skills move your career forward. As organizations tackle increasingly complex engineering challenges, they need professionals who can bridge technology, business and strategy. SMU Lyle's Master of Science in Engineering Management prepares engineers to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage technical projects and make informed business decisions.

Designed for working professionals, the program combines engineering, leadership and management through a flexible Weekend Format that allows you to continue advancing your career while earning your graduate degree.

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Student experience

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Grow your professional network

Join a collaborative cohort of engineers from a variety of industries, sharing perspectives, solving real-world challenges and expanding your professional network.
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Apply what you learn on day one

Develop practical leadership, project management and business skills you can immediately apply to your current role and future leadership opportunities.
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Keep your career moving

Choose from flexible full-time, part-time and Weekend Format options. Weekend classes meet every other Friday, making it easier to balance graduate school, your career and your life.
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Career opportunities

Engineering organizations need leaders who understand both technology and business. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles across engineering, manufacturing, healthcare, energy, consulting and technology, including:

  • Engineering manager
  • Technical program manger
  • Project engineering manager
  • Operations manager
  • Product development manager
  • Director of engineering

One of only 14 programs nationwide with an ASEM certification, SMU Lyle’s MSEM equips you with the skills, credentials and industry recognition to lead in engineering management – qualifying you for professional certification without an exam.

The SMU Lyle difference

 

Real connections

Learn in small classes where faculty know your goals, provide individualized mentorship and bring real-world engineering experience into the classroom, creating a collaborative learning environment that supports your academic and professional growth.

Dallas advantage

Study in one of the nation's largest engineering and technology hubs while building connections with classmates, faculty and employers. With 24 Fortune 500 headquarters generating nearly $1.1 trillion in annual revenue, DFW offers exceptional opportunities to learn and launch your career.

Certification

SMU Lyle's Engineering Management program qualifies graduates for recognition as a Certified Associate in Engineering Management (CAEM) or Certified Professional in Engineering Management (CPEM) through ASEM, based on professional experience.

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Contact us

Still deciding which graduate program is right for you? Our graduate admissions team can help you identify the master’s degree that best aligns with your academic background, professional experience, and career goals.

Have questions? Email us: Lylegrad@smu.edu