Auburn University
Online Master of Engineering Management
At a Glance
About the program
Auburn University offers the Master of Engineering Management for engineers, technologists, and technical professionals who want to pair engineering expertise with management, leadership, and project execution skills. The program is listed as 100% online, allowing for full- or part-time study and the curriculum is listed as 30 credit hours. Students can use areas such as Manufacturing, Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, and Systems and a Capstone requirement to compare fit.
Program Overview
- Format: 100% Online
- Credits: 30
- Duration: Up to six years to complete
- Cost: $28,740
Curriculum
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
|---|---|
| Capstone Requirement | Capstone |
| Delivery Format | 100% Online |
| Study Pace Options | Full or part-time |
| Max Duration to Complete | Up to six years to complete |
| Term Type | Semester |
Core courses
- INSY 6600 – Engineering-Economic Systems
- INSY 7970 – Special Topics or INSY 6250 Project Management
- INSY 6800 – Lean Systems
- INSY 7080 – Human Factors Engineering
- INSY 7760 – Engineering & Technology Management or BUSI 7140 Organizational Leadership, Ethics and Change
Specializations & Pathways
Concentrations: Manufacturing, Innovation, Systems Engineering
Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Product Innovation.
Specializations and Academic Pathways
Manufacturing; Occupational Safety and Ergonomics; Systems; Product Innovation; Healthcare Systems (starting Fall 2025)
Manufacturing Option
Courses:INSY 6330 – Six Sigma, INSY 6840 – Control of the Manufacturing Floor and Processes
Career Focus:Manufacturing leadership, production efficiency
Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Option
Courses:INSY 6010 – Occupational Safety Engineering, INSY 7060 – Fundamentals of Ergonomics
Career Focus:Safety engineer, ergonomics specialist
Systems Option
Courses:INSY 6100 – Systems Engineering, INSY 7710 – System Lifecycle Requirements
Career Focus:Systems engineer, operations manager
Product Innovation Option
Courses:INSY 7730 – Product Design, Development and Test, INSY 7740 – Product Launch, Manufacturing and Delivery
Career Focus:Product manager, innovation strategist
Graduate Certificates
- Occupational Safety and Ergonomics
- Modeling and Data Analytics
- Manufacturing Systems
- Automotive Manufacturing Systems
- Healthcare Systems Engineering (Fall 2025)
Admissions Process
| Eligibility Requirements | Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM field, or 5+ years of relevant experience |
|---|---|
| Required Application Materials | Online application and transcripts; optional: resume and GRE scores |
| Optional Application Materials | Required Materials: Online application and transcripts; resume and GRE scores |
| Domestic Deadline | 90 days prior |
| International Deadline | 90 days prior |
| Graduation GPA Requirement | 3 |
| Application Fee | 60 |
| Additional Notes | Applicants with degrees in other sciences, technology, or mathematics disciplines and who have 5 or more years of relevant work experience are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. |
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Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition estimates assume every required credit at the listed rate. Additional fees apply and are excluded unless the rate says otherwise. Confirm current rates with the university.
Financial aid and scholarships may be available for qualified students. Contact admissions for more details.
Why Choose Auburn University?
#20 Ranked Online MEM
U.S. News & World Report ranks this the #20 online master's in engineering management.
No GRE Required
GRE scores are not required for admission.
4 Specialization Tracks
Tailor the degree through Manufacturing Option, Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Option, Systems Option, and 1 more.
No Campus Visits
Coursework is delivered fully online with no on-campus requirement listed, so you can keep working while you study.
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