Online Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Engineering Management

With an engineering management degree, you can learn about the principles of engineering science and design while gaining insights into organizational management and business administration. You can pursue your Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in engineering management from Arizona State University while continuing to work in your current position, creating new pathways for an engineering management career.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 01/13/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 43

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5-15

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

Degree questions, answered

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What is engineering management?

Engineering management is the act of refining processes related to science and technology. In this engineering bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in engineering management, you'll learn analytics, management theory and technical engineering expertise.

A background in engineering management supports business administration in a variety of fields. Engineers with a management background understand how their work aligns with organizational goals. This allows them to improve their efforts.

What is a BSE degree in engineering management?

A BSE is an undergraduate degree that indicates the recipient has completed intensive coursework with a strong emphasis on the technical aspects of engineering. This BSE in engineering management will concentrate on skills that can help you to better manage and organize engineering professionals and teams.

Additionally, this bachelor’s degree can be completed as part of an Accelerated Master’s program. When accepted, you can earn a master’s degree in as little as one year after completing your undergraduate degree. This opportunity saves you time and money, while giving you advanced knowledge in your field. Applicable master’s degrees include:

What does an engineering manager do?

Working in engineering management requires you to connect business functions with operational improvements. Engineering managers may conduct experiments as well as analyze and interpret data. This is how they find the best ways to meet goals within their given constraints.

Professional licensure and certification

ASU offers programs that lead to professional licensure with the state of Arizona and may allow graduates to be eligible for licensure in other states. Students should check the professional licensure list for the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering to determine if this program meets requirements in their state. Please note that not all programs within the Fulton Schools lead to professional licensure.

Will my engineering management degree say 'online'?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.” That’s because ASU Online students learn from the same faculty and receive the same course content as in-person students receive.

Engineering management courses

To earn your BSE degree in engineering management, you’ll complete courses in engineering techniques, as well as business-oriented topics like project management. This includes courses from the W. P. Carey School of Business. You’ll also select a focus area in business analytics, mechanical engineering or the computing industry. The curriculum culminates in a two-semester capstone project.


What can I do with an engineering management degree?

After earning your bachelor’s in engineering management degree, you may consider a variety of careers. This BSE degree is ABET accredited. ABET accreditation is internationally recognized in the engineering community. As such, you may be eligible for employment with large multinational companies. With an engineering management degree, you can apply for jobs like:

Compliance Manager


Growth: 3.3 %
Salary: $128,620

Construction Manager


Growth: 4.5 %
Salary: $101,480

Environmental Engineer


Growth: 6.1 %
Salary: $96,530

General Manager (GM)


Growth: 4.2 %
Salary: $98,100

IT Project Manager


Growth: 9.7 %
Salary: $98,740

Information Technology Manager (IT Manager)


Growth: 15.4 %
Salary: $164,070

Quality Control Manager


Growth: 1.6 %
Salary: $107,560

Regulatory Affairs Manager


Growth: 3.3 %
Salary: $128,620

Software Developer


Growth: 25.7 %
Salary: $127,260

Learn engineering management from distinguished faculty

Of the 350+ faculty members in Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the majority have been honored with the highest awards in their fields. Faculty milestones include:

  • National Academy of Engineering members.
  • National Academy of Sciences member.
  • National Academy of Inventors members.
  • National Academy of Construction members.

Learn engineering management from distinguished faculty

Of the 350+ faculty members in Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the majority have been honored with the highest awards in their fields. Faculty milestones include:

  • National Academy of Engineering members.
  • National Academy of Sciences member.
  • National Academy of Inventors members.
  • National Academy of Construction members.

Admission requirements for the engineering management degree

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Earn your BSE degree from a top-ranked engineering school

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. We’ve received numerous peer-reviewed programmatic honors from U.S. News & World Report.

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