Program Advisor: Sadegh Asgari, Ph.D.
Program Advisor: Maureen W. Sakakeeny, P.E., M.S.Eng.
The Master of Science in Engineering Management prepares engineers and scientists with the advanced skills needed to advance in technical management careers. Employers seek engineering managers with advanced technical skills supported by nontechnical skills in leadership, communications, and project management. Engineers and scientists have the technical training, but typically no formal training in business or management. The MS in Engineering Management will educate technical professionals who not only understand the concepts of technology and management, but who can contribute to the leadership of their organizations by displaying critical thinking, analytical skills and judgment.
The program is housed in the Mendel Center, home to the School of Science and Engineering.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the College’s requirements, including English proficiency test scores if necessary, applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline, or another closely related field (ie. computer science/IT, physics, mathematics, chemistry, etc.) from an accredited college or university. GMAT or GRE optional. Two years of related work experience is also highly desirable. Merrimack undergraduate seniors will be allowed to take classes through Grad Advantage if they have relevant internship experience. Non-Merrimack applicants with less than 2 years’ experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis considering the strength of their undergraduate academic program and any internship or professional experience.
Program Requirements
The Master of Science in Engineering Management requires eight (8) four-credit courses for a total of 32 credit hours.
Specific credit hours requirements are as follows:
- 20 credits Courses offered by School of Science and Engineering
- 12 credits of Core Courses offered by Girard School of Management
Core classes (select at least one):
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GEN6004
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Engineering Project Management
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4
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CEN5050G
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Construction Planning and Management
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4
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EEN5265G
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Engineering Management
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4
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Engineering Elective Classes*:
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GEN5001G
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Systems Engineering
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4
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GEN, CEN, MEN, EEN, CSC
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GEN, CEN, MEN, EEN, CSC 5000-level or 6000-level course(s), to be selected with your advisor
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4
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GEN6800
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Graduate Internship (faculty approval required)
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4
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GEN6999
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Special Research and Project (faculty approval required)
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4
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Note: For 5000G level course descriptions, see Undergraduate Catalog (cross-listed courses)
*Your advisor will help guide you with your course selections, as each student is required to take courses to ensure each graduate has an understanding and the ability to deal with the stochastic nature of management systems.
Management Classes from Girard School of Business (12 credits):
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GMGT5100
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Management Planning and Control
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4
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GMGT5920
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Leading Effective Teams and one of the following:
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2
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GMGT 5210
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Global Business & Economy
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2
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GMGT 5140
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Effective Managerial Communication
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2
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GMGT 5120
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World Class Operations & Supply Chain Management
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2
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GMGT 5130
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Professional Skills
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2
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GMGT 5910
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Personal Leadership
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2
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GMGT 5160
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Marketing Analysis & Decision Making
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4
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Note: For GMGT course descriptions, see other sections of the Graduate Catalog.
Transfer of Credit from other Institutions
A maximum of two graduate-level electives may be transferred in from other institutions with the approval of the Department Chair. If two elective courses taken at other institutions bearing 3 credits each are accepted for transfer into Merrimack’s MSEM program, then the student may earn their master’s degree with 30 total credits, instead of 32 total credits.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the Master of Science in Engineering Management Program at Merrimack College, graduates will be able to:
- Lead complex engineering projects, teams and organizations
- Solve industry-related problems by applying their knowledge of business, mathematics, science and engineering.
- Analyze and design complex systems and operations using both qualitative and quantitative tools and perspectives.
- Interpret quantitative and subjective data to make sound engineering and managerial decisions.
- Apply systems engineering to solve complex technical and operational problems to meet both business and customer needs.
- Develop and lead effective teams and projects
- Communicate effectively across the entire enterprise
- Understand the ethical responsibilities of practicing engineering managers and the impact of their decisions within a global and societal context.
- Appreciate the need for continuous process improvement as well as personal professional development
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