Specializations and Academic Pathways
Courses: Organizational consulting methodology; Leadership development and team management; Strategic decision-making frameworks
Career Focus: Focus on lean operations and quality management
University of Southern California (USC)
Online Master of Science in Engineering Management
At a Glance
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STATE
California
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COST
OOS/Online: $2,665 (Fall 2025–Summer 2026 rate; same for on-campus and online) per credit hour
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TYPE
Private
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GRE REQUIRED
Not Required (GRE not required for 2026 applications)
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US NEWS RANKING
National 28
#NR
Ranked Online Master of Science in Engineering Management
About the program
University of Southern California (USC) offers the Master of Science in 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 (den@viterbi) and the curriculum is listed as 28 units. Students can use a Capstone requirement to compare fit.
Program Overview
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Format: 100% Online (DEN@Viterbi)
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Credits: 30
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Duration: 1.5-2 years (full-time) 2.5-3 years (part-time)
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Cost: $79,950
Curriculum
Total Credit Hours
30
Capstone Requirement
Capstone
Delivery Format
100% Online (DEN@Viterbi)
Study Pace Options
Full or part-time
Max Duration to Complete
1.5-2 years (full-time) 2.5-3 years (part-time)
Months to Complete
18
Term Type
Semester
Specializations and Academic Pathways
University of Southern California (USC) offers the Master of Science in 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 (den@viterbi) and the curriculum is listed as 28 units. Students can use a Capstone requirement to compare fit.
Approximate mandatory fees are $744 per semester.
Specializations and Academic Pathways
Graduate Certificates
Admissions Process
Eligibility Requirements
Bachelor's in engineering, hard sciences, or math. Calculus 1–3, differential equations, linear algebra, and statistics prerequisite courses required. GRE not required for 2026.
GRE Required
Not Required (GRE not required for 2026 applications)
GRE Requirement Detail
Undergraduate degree in engineering or related discipline
Required Application Materials
Letters of Recommendation, Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose, Resume
Deadline (Domestic)
Fall 2026: January 15, 2026
Admission Req Notes
The GRE is not required for 2024 applications.
Starts Per Year
2
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Tuition & Financial Aid
$2,665
PER CREDIT HOUR
30
TOTAL CREDITS
$79,950
TOTAL PROGRAM COST
Financial aid and scholarships may be available for qualified students. Contact admissions for more details.
Why Choose University of Southern California (USC)?
Top-Ranked Program
NR 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.
