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: 05/16/2024


Total classes:

Total classes: 43

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5-15

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

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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 can complete courses in engineering techniques. You'll also study business-oriented topics like project management. Focus areas include business analytics and software engineering for web and mobile applications. Students also take classes from the W. P. Carey School of Business. The curriculum culminates in a two-semester capstone project. Some featured courses for the ABET-accredited major include:


IEE 380: Probability and Statistics for Engineering Problem Solving (QTRS OR CS)


IEE 431: Engineering Administration (L)


IEE 454: Risk Management


IEE 456: Introduction to Systems Engineering


IEE 458: Project Management


IEE 477: System Dynamics and Thinking


IEE 381: Lean Six Sigma Methodology


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.
  • More than 40 NSF CAREER Awards for early career faculty in the last four years.

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.
  • More than 40 NSF CAREER Awards for early career faculty in the last four years.

Admission requirements for the engineering management degree

General admission requirements

First year additional requirements

Transfer additional requirements

International additional requirements

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

Each student is fully supported on their path to success in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. We have received peer-reviewed programmatic honors from U.S. News & World Report and provide students with a rich learning environment.

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Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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