University of Wisconsin-Madison

Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

Program discontinued. DISCONTINUED — admissions suspended Spring 2024; program discontinued Fall 2026 The information below is retained for reference.

At a Glance

State
Wisconsin
Cost
$1,300/credit (current); beginning Fall 2026: $1,100/credit with an automatic $100/credit Wisconsin Resident Scholarship
Degree
Master's
GRE Required
Not Required (GRE not required; admissions committee considers exceptions on an individual basis)
Type
Public · Not-for-profit
Accrediting Body
Higher Learning Commission (institutional); program certified by the American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM)
Months to Complete
30

About the program

The UW–Madison online MS in Engineering Management is a 30-credit graduate program designed for engineers moving into leadership roles. Students study through flexible, interactive online methods with UW faculty who bring real-world industry experience. The program develops leadership, data analysis, and project management skills to drive innovation, whether students are advancing in their current role or shifting fully into engineering management.

Program Overview

  • Format: 100% Online (interactive with live evening sessions and asynchronous components)
  • Credits: 30
  • Duration: 2.5–4 years
  • Cost: $39,000

Program Highlights

100% Online, part-time | Cohort-based (typically 2 courses per semester) | Complete in as few as 20 months | STEM-designated program | Out-of-state students pay same low in-state rate | Applied graduate project (not a research thesis) | Graduate tuition waiver scholarships available

The Online Experience

UVU's MS-ETM is designed for working professionals. Students join cohorts and typically take two 3-credit courses per semester, finishing 10 courses in five semesters (about 20 months). Master's courses focus on projects and research assignments more than traditional homework and tests. Graduate tuition waiver scholarships are available to both resident and non-resident students.

Curriculum

Total Credit Hours30
Delivery Format100% Online (interactive with live evening sessions and asynchronous components)
Max Duration to Complete2.5–4 years

Core courses

  • E PD 518 Quality Engineering and Quality Management
  • E PD 610 Engineering Analysis for Decision Making
  • E PD 611 Engineering Economics and Management

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Tuition & Financial Aid

$1,300
Per Credit Hour
30
Total Credits
$39,000
Total Program Cost

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

Career Outcomes

Graduates pursue technical management roles in industries spanning manufacturing, technology, energy, and aerospace. The MS-ETM prepares students for leadership positions in engineering and technology organizations through its applied, project-based curriculum.

Why Choose University of Wisconsin-Madison?

100% Online

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

Expert Faculty

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

Career Advancement

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

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