Colorado School of Mines
Online Master of Science in Engineering and Technology Management
At a Glance
About the program
The Mines Engineering and Technology Management (ETM) program is an online master's degree program designed for graduates of science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) undergraduate programs who seek to enhance their knowledge, marketability and career potential. The ETM program enriches a STEM background with contemporary business management tools, skills and insights that are needed in rapidly changing, technology-focused enterprises. The unique ETM curriculum focuses on building leaders who can effectively create, build and manage complex technology-intensive organizations, both public and private. Each online course is 8 weeks long and asynchronous.
Program Overview
- Format: 100% Online
- Credits: 30
- Cost: $35,400
Program Highlights
Online, asynchronous, 8-week courses | 30-credit non-thesis option | STEM-focused engineering management curriculum | Thesis option available | One of the country's top research universities for engineering and applied science
The Online Experience
The Mines ETM online program offers an attractive alternative to traditional MBA programs for STEM-trained professionals. Each course is 8 weeks long and asynchronous; students average 14–17 hours of work per course each week. The curriculum combines strong analytical and managerial training with leadership-focused 'soft' skills such as interpersonal communications, team building, project management, and ethical decision making.
Curriculum
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
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| Capstone Requirement | EBGN 585 ETM Capstone (required, taken in final semester) |
| Delivery Format | 100% Online |
| Term Type | 8-Week Term (Asynchronous) |
Core courses
- EBGN 525 Business Analytics
- EBGN 540 Accounting & Corporate Finance
- EBGN 553 Project Management
- EBGN 563 Management of Technology and Innovation
- EBGN 585 ETM Capstone
Specializations & Pathways
Concentrations: Engineering Management and Optimization; Technology Management and Innovation (areas of focus, not formal specializations)
15 credit hours (5 classes) of core courses plus 15 credit hours of electives selected from the two areas of focus; thesis option available with 9 credits of focus electives and 6 thesis credits.
Engineering Management and Optimization
EBGN 560 Decision Analytics; MEGN 485/585 Manufacturing Optimization with Network Models; MEGN 486/586 Linear Optimization; MEGN 487/587 Nonlinear Optimization; MEGN 488/588 Integer Optimization
Technology Management and Innovation
EBGN 565 Marketing for Technology-Based Companies; EBGN 571 Marketing Analytics; EBGN 577 Leading & Managing High Performing Teams; EBGN 529 Healthcare Engineering Analytics
Admissions Process
| Eligibility Requirements | STEM undergraduate degree required (Bachelor of Science in engineering preferred). Three letters of recommendation (waived if GPA is above 3.0). Standard graduate application materials. |
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| GRE Requirement | GRE not listed as a required component for online ETM admission (per Mines ETM program pages). |
| Required Application Materials | Online application | Official transcripts | Resume/CV | Statement of purpose | Letters of Recommendation (3; waived if GPA is above 3.0) | TOEFL/IELTS for international applicants |
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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.
Career Outcomes
Graduates with an MS in Engineering and Technology Management are prepared for positions in a cross-section of industries, including: Engineering management support | Investment analyst | Operations research analyst | Risk management | Various consultant positions | Project management | Financial analyst | Technology entrepreneurs
Why Choose Colorado School of Mines?
No GRE Required
GRE scores are not required for admission.
Finish in 12 Months
30 credit hours, structured for completion in 12 months.
2 Specialization Tracks
Tailor the degree through Engineering Management and Optimization, Technology Management and Innovation.
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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