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The expansion of technology and its ability to harness it has created a growing need for leaders who possess a unique blend of tech skills and management acumen. Become the engineer who sees the bigger picture, can make data-informed decisions and has the leadership to reach across the organization.
Offered through Washington University's Sever Institute at the McKelvey School of Engineering, this nationally-ranked full-time Master of Engineering Management (MEM) graduate degree program will help you advance with the knowledge, leadership and skills needed to understand, shape and lead projects, as well as manage teams, engineering functions and companies.
The MEM qualifies as a STEM program.
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From your first course and throughout the program, learn to tackle theory combined with real-world applications, strengthening your management acumen, collaborative problem solving, interpersonal communication and leadership competencies. Gain the skills and knowledge to question current models and the understanding to bridge technical solutions and the ever-changing business landscape.
Curriculum
Note: Applications for Spring 2025 is now closed. The application deadline for the fulltime Fall 2025 program is March 1.
The 30-unit (10-course) MEM degree program
is available for full-time or part-time study and is designed for students with a Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) background; it is known as the "Engineer's MBA."
The 15-unit (five-course) graduate certificate in Engineering Management
is also available and can be transferred into the degree program at any time. A graduate certificate is an excellent option for individuals wishing to advance their careers, with a shorter time commitment than a degree.
MEM courses are available in evening and online formats, and are designed with input from employers, thought leaders and practitioners, and taught by leading professionals from throughout the engineering industry.
Students learn the art and science of the complete business cycle, gaining hands-on experience by running simulated businesses and working on real industry projects. Courses bring to life the essential functions and capabilities that make a business run. Students learn to set strategy, leverage technology and data analytics, market to customers, interpret and drive finances, make informed data-based decisions, manage projects, build teams and lead.
Registration, Tuition Fees & Payment Policies
Qualified veterans:
WashU McKelvey School of Engineering and the VA will cover 100 percent of your graduate tuition.
Although certificate programs do not qualify for federal loan programs, loans are still available for the master's degrees. For more information, contact Cindy Fields (
mckelveygradfinancialaid@wustl.edu
).
Program Checklists & Course Information
Each of our graduate programs has a unique mix of required coursework and additional electives. Courses are updated regularly to ensure our students are prepared for the latest in industry knowledge and application. Check out the
Engineering Management program checklist
for both master's and graduate certificate requirements.
All course information, including course descriptions and section listings, can be found in our digital catalog
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Brett Jackson
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Joseph Klaesner
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Expert in specialized areas including supply chain design & optimization, business process & system design and data analysis & business modeling
Dan Kogan
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Over 8 years of mathematical optimization and simulation experience in the supply chain and mortgage industries.
Brian Schaefer
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Mike Seper
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Chief Technology Officer at Moneta Group, ranked by InvestmentNews as the Midwest’s largest independent RIA with more than $20 billion in AUM and 300 employees,
Dan Sherman
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Expertise includes business strategy and technology, specializes in finding and integrating technology into existing organizations through a variety of mechanisms.
Carlton Washburn
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As a startup and supply chain senior leader, I love working at the intersection of public and private strategy and innovation.
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