NIU College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Online M.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering: Engineering Management
Build engineering, leadership and decision-making skills for operations and management roles.
NIU's online Master of Science (M.S.) in industrial and systems engineering with a specialization in engineering management prepares you for leadership opportunities in technical and operational environments. Our asynchronous program can be completed in as few as two years and provides flexibility for students who continue working while earning their degree. The coursework includes project-based learning to help you apply concepts to real-world challenges. You'll also complete electives in either engineering decision analysis or global logistics, helping you develop the expertise needed to advance your career.
“I hope that [my students] learn to be adaptable. Things are always changing in engineering. You need to be able to be flexible because each situation is different.”Christine Nguyen associate professor, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
Careers After NIU's Online M.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering: Engineering Management
With expertise in project management, risk management, continuous process improvement, decision analysis and Six Sigma principles, you'll be prepared to lead teams of engineers, scientists and technologists in manufacturing, healthcare, utilities, transportation and other industries. The combination of engineering and management skills can support career growth in operations leadership, project management, supply chain and logistics, and process improvement roles.
For program curriculum and course information, visit the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering’s M.S. in industrial and systems engineering, engineering management specialization page.
Admission Requirements for NIU's Online M.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering: Engineering Management
Applicants need to have an accredited B.S. degree in an engineering, technology or related science field and a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
For complete admission requirements and application instructions, visit the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering’s M.S. in industrial and systems engineering: engineering management specialization page.
Frequently Asked Questions
The courses in this program are a combination of engineering and business courses. You will decide between two tracks: 1) Engineering Decision Analysis 2) Global Logistics.
Students who are working full-time will take 1-2 courses per semester.
Our instructors are willing to work with students who are traveling if clear communication is provided by the students in a timely manner. Our instructors are considerate and student focused.
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