Engineering Management (M.S.)

M.S. Engineering Management

The program prepares students to become innovative professionals and leaders in the global industrial marketplace.
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Program Overview

The engineering management graduate program at Texas State University is designed for those who seek careers or career advancement in the management of engineering operations and systems in manufacturing and service sectors. Our graduates can integrate technological skills with management knowledge to solve complex technical problems in various domains including the automotive, semiconductor, energy, and medical fields. Our multidisciplinary and contemporary curriculum bridges the gap between engineering and industrial management.

Course Work

The M.S. in engineering management is a 30-credit-hour degree. It is comprised of a 24-credit-hour major in engineering management plus a 6-credit-hour cognate minor in business management. Students may elect a specialization in manufacturing management or industrial management. The 6-credit-hour cognate minor allows students to select from industry-focused business courses in data analytics, supply chain management, process improvement management, managing business creativity, and organizational change management. Thesis option students are required to complete a 6-credit-hour research component. Non-thesis students have the option of taking a 6-credit hour directed project if they are interested in conducting a research project.

DegreeConcentrationHoursThesis OptionMinor OptionLocation
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Industrial Management
Hours
30
Thesis Option
Non-Thesis
Minor Option
Engineering Management cognate required
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Industrial Management
Hours
30
Thesis Option
Thesis
Minor Option
Engineering Management cognate required
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Manufacturing Management
Hours
30
Thesis Option
Non-Thesis
Minor Option
Engineering Management cognate required
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Manufacturing Management
Hours
30
Thesis Option
Thesis
Minor Option
Engineering Management cognate required
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Industrial Management (Accelerated Online)
Hours
30
Thesis Option
Non-Thesis
Minor Option
Engineering Management cognate required
Location
Online
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Manufacturing Management (Accelerated Online)
Hours
30
Thesis Option
Non-Thesis
Minor Option
Engineering Management cognate required
Location
Online

For more information on online programs, certifications, and international restrictions, visit our Application Policy Information page.

Program Details

Graduates of the department include company owners, CEOs of regional corporations, and managers in industrial and manufacturing firms throughout Texas and the Southwest.

Contact us for general questions about your application, funding opportunities, and more. If you have specific questions after reviewing the program details, contact the program's graduate advisor.

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In-Person Programs

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Accelerated Online Programs

TermPart of TermDeadlineStart Date
FallFirst 8 WeeksAugust 15August 25
FallSecond 8 WeeksSeptember 30October 14
Spring First 8 WeeksJanuary 6January 20
Spring Second 8 WeeksFebruary 24March 10
SummerFirst 8 WeeksTBDTBD

Admission Requirements

The items required for admission consideration are listed below. Additional information for applicants with international credentials can be found on our international webpages.

  • Review important information about the online application.

    • $55 nonrefundable application fee, OR
    • $90 nonrefundable application fee for applications with international credentials

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    • Baccalaureate degree in engineering computer science, physics, technology, or a closely related field; knowledge of engineering management demonstrated through previous coursework and/or work experience. (Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a four-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree. In most cases, three-year degrees are not considered. Visit our International FAQs for more information.) 
    • A copy of an official transcript from each institution where course credit was granted.
    • A 2.75 overall GPA or a 2.75 GPA in your last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses).
    • If your overall GPA or your last-60-hours GPA falls below the minimum requirement of 2.75, the official GRE (general test only) with competitive scores in the verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning sections will be required in order to be considered for conditional admission.  Conditional admission is not available to applicants who require "F" or "J" visas. 

    Review important information about transcripts. Official transcripts, sent directly from your institution, will be required if admission is granted.

  • GRE

    • Official GRE scores (general test only) not required if you have an overall 2.75 GPA or a 2.75 GPA in your last-60-hours of undergraduate course work. 
    • If your overall GPA or your last-60-hours GPA falls below the minimum requirement of 2.75, the official GRE (general test only) with competitive scores in the verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning sections will be required in order to be considered for conditional admission.  Conditional admission is not available to applicants who require "F" or "J" visas. 

    Approved English Proficiency Exam Scores

    Applicants are required to submit an approved English proficiency exam score that meets the minimum program requirements below unless they have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or the equivalent from a country on our exempt countries list.

    • official TOEFL iBT scores required with a 78 overall
    • official PTE scores required with a 52 overall
    • official IELTS (academic) scores required with a 6.5 overall and minimum individual module scores of 6.0
    • official Duolingo Scores required with a 110 overall
    • official TOEFL Essentials scores required with an 8.5 overall

      This program does not offer admission if the scores above are not met.

      Review important information about official test scores.

    • statement of purpose (two pages) conveying your research interests, plans for graduate study, and professional aspirations
    • resume/CV detailing prior work experience, research experience, awards, scholarships, and other related qualifications

      Review important information about documents.

  • Official GRE (general test only) scores will be required if your overall GPA or your last-60-hours GPA falls below the minimum requirement of 2.75.  Competitive scores in the verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning sections may allow for conditional admission.  Conditional admission is not available to applicants who require "F" or "J" visas.