Grand Canyon University

Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

At a Glance


  • STATE

    Arizona

  • COST

    OOS/Online: $600/credit (same rate for all students; estimated $22,800 total for 38 credits; per GCU online MS in Engineering Management program page) per credit hour

  • TYPE

    Private

  • GRE REQUIRED

    Not Required (admission requires a 2.8+ undergraduate GPA, or 2.5+ unweighted GPA plus GMAT 500 / GRE 300 combined)

Ranked Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

About the program

The Master of Science in Engineering Management program at Grand Canyon University is designed to help professionals bridge the gap between technical expertise and organizational leadership. The program blends advanced engineering principles with business and management strategies, preparing students to manage complex projects and drive innovation within technical environments. Students build the knowledge to make data-driven decisions, optimize systems and processes, and ensure quality and compliance across engineering operations.

Program Overview

  • Format: 100% Online

  • Credits: 38

  • Cost: 22800

Curriculum

Total Credit Hours 38
Delivery Format 100% Online
Term Type 8-Week Term (Online)

Core courses

  • UNV-507 Introduction to Graduate Studies in Science, Engineering and Technology
  • SYS-501 Introduction to Systems Engineering
  • SYS-520 Complexity Theory
  • ENM-510 Lean Manufacturing I
  • MGT-605 Leadership and Organizations; MGT-640 Fundamentals of Project Management; ESG-600 Standards; MGT-641 Agile Project Management; CYB-505 Cyber Warfare and Applications; MKT-607 Marketing Management

Specializations and Academic Pathways

The Master of Science in Engineering Management program at Grand Canyon University is designed to help professionals bridge the gap between technical expertise and organizational leadership. The program blends advanced engineering principles with business and management strategies, preparing students to manage complex projects and drive innovation within technical environments. Students build the knowledge to make data-driven decisions, optimize systems and processes, and ensure quality and compliance across engineering operations.

Concentrations

None (single MSEM program with general curriculum)

Coursework covers systems engineering, complexity theory, lean manufacturing, leadership and organizational dynamics, marketing management, project management, engineering standards, and cyber warfare.

Core Courses (All Specializations)

  • UNV-507 Introduction to Graduate Studies in Science, Engineering and Technology
  • SYS-501 Introduction to Systems Engineering
  • SYS-520 Complexity Theory
  • ENM-510 Lean Manufacturing I
  • MGT-605 Leadership and Organizations; MGT-640 Fundamentals of Project Management; ESG-600 Standards; MGT-641 Agile Project Management; CYB-505 Cyber Warfare and Applications; MKT-607 Marketing Management

Graduate Certificates

Admissions Process

Eligibility Requirements Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or program approved by GCU with a 2.8+ GPA, OR 2.5+ unweighted GPA with GMAT 500 / GRE 300 combined.
GRE Required Not Required (admission requires a 2.8+ undergraduate GPA, or 2.5+ unweighted GPA plus GMAT 500 / GRE 300 combined)
GRE Requirement Detail GMAT or GRE only required if undergraduate GPA falls below 2.8.
Required Application Materials Online application | Official transcripts | Resume (may be requested)
Minimum GPA 2.8 (or 2.5 with qualifying test scores)
Accrediting Body Higher Learning Commission (institutionally accredited since 1968)

Tuition & Financial Aid

600

PER CREDIT HOUR

38

TOTAL CREDITS

22800

TOTAL PROGRAM COST

Financial aid and scholarships may be available for qualified students. Contact admissions for more details.

Why Choose Grand Canyon University?

Top-Ranked Program

A top-ranked Online Engineering Management program according to US News & World Report.

100% Online

Complete your degree entirely online with flexible scheduling for working professionals.

Expert Faculty

Learn from industry-experienced professors with real-world engineering management expertise.

Career Advancement

Gain skills to advance into leadership roles in engineering and technical management.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Schedule an appointment with our admissions team to discuss your goals and learn how Grand Canyon University MEM program can help you achieve them.

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