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Discover the Online MS in Engineering Management at UMass Amherst
Earn an online Master of Science (MS) in Engineering Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and turn your technical experience into leadership. This flexible online degree is built for working professionals, so you can strengthen your skills in as little as one year full-time or two years part-time.
This flexible online degree is built for working professionals, so you can strengthen your skills in as little as one year full-time or at your own pace (up to 4 years) part-time.
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Why Choose the MS in Engineering Management?
In this innovative online program, you’ll learn how to pair your engineering expertise with core management skills so you can make informed, high-impact decisions. You will build the tools to tackle challenges like mitigating risk, allocating resources, managing projects, and leading teams across complex technical environments.
This flexible master’s program lets you complete your degree fully online, so you can keep working while you grow. You will combine engineering knowledge with business perspectives and decision analytics, preparing you to solve complex problems across industries and step forward as a data-driven engineering leader.
As you complete the online MS in Engineering Management, you can earn additional credentials along the way. By completing clusters of three courses, you may be able to add graduate certificates in Project Management and Leadership, Decision Analytics, and AI Engineering to your resume. Plus, you can choose electives in your technical area of expertise, helping you build skills that align with your unique career goals.
"My master's degree has helped me identify opportunities for continuous improvement, implement scalable change, and effectively communicate these changes to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Class schedules were flexible and I was able to put my learnings to use consistently, which only enhanced my participation and interest in the program itself."
Moriah Connolly
Sr. Network Planning Manager, Amazon
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- Learn from Industry Leaders At the University of Massachusetts Amherst, you’ll learn from scholar-practitioners who bring cutting-edge research and real-world problem solving into every course. Faculty mentor you closely—shaping projects around your goals and expanding your professional network.
- Supporting Your Career Goals A UMass Amherst graduate degree is built for momentum. You’ll gain market-ready skills, evidence-based tools, and a respected credential from Massachusetts’ top public research university—backed by career services, professional development, and a powerful alumni community to help you advance, pivot, or lead with confidence.
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UMass Amherst delivers exceptional value for a premier education. Competitive public university tuition, plus access to scholarships and financial aid, helps you keep costs down while you build earning power. It’s an investment designed to pay off—graduates step into roles quickly and command competitive salaries across fields.
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Applying to the University of Massachusetts Amherst is simple and streamlined. Start by creating an account in the online application portal and submitting your transcripts, personal statement, résumé, and letters of recommendation.
Most programs do not require GRE scores, and applicants are reviewed holistically. Once you’ve applied, you can easily track your status online.
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Apply to UMass Amherst: Where Big Ideas are Born
At the University of Massachusetts Amherst, you’ll gain the skills, connections, and confidence to turn ambition into action. Apply now and take the next step toward the future you’re ready to create. Submit your application and benefit from:
- No required GRE score for most programs
- No required letters of recommendation for most programs
- Expedited admissions decision (once application is complete)
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