Master of Engineering Management | NC State University
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Master of Engineering Management
Think and LEAD
Latest News
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5 Questions with Pavan Balekundri
We sat down with student MEMbassador Pavan Balekundri and asked him five questions about NC State, daily routines and sound advice.
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Spring 2024 Graduation
The MEM Spring 2024 Graduation was on May 3rd. The commencement speaker was ISE Outstanding Young Alum Award winner Anita… Read More >>
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Dombro Wins COE Award for Excellence
Latha Dombro, MEM’s Program Specialist, received the College of Engineering’s Award for Excellence to honor her hard work and dedication. Read More >>
The Event Calendar
Think and Lead Seminar Series: Sarah Glova
Join us as we welcome Sarah Glova, CEO at Reify Me…
September 6 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 amThink and Lead Seminar Series: Engineering Career Fair Prep
We will have resume review and personal marketing …
September 13 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 amThink and Lead Seminar Series: Rob Lasson
Join us as we welcome Rob Lasson to the MEM Progra…
October 11 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
NC State’s Master of Engineering Management: Think and LEAD
The Master of Engineering Management degree enhances your analytical, science, and engineering talents. It also develops your management skills. NC State’s Master of Engineering Management equips you with skills to succeed in complex technical environments.
What is Engineering Management and Why NC State?
See why Arushi Kulshreshth selected the NC State MEM program over Columbia University and 20 other schools
Choose a Program that Best Fits your Lifestyle
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On-Campus Program
A traditional classroom lets you meet face-to-face with your professor and classmates. Additionally, it places you in the heart of Raleigh, the RTP, and the incredible tech companies in the area.
There are several reasons why on-campus learning has remained the traditional classroom experience. First, it allows you to build community quickly. Second, you can get your questions answered immediately. Finally, it helps you keep a structured schedule.
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Online Program
With resources such as video conferencing, online forums, and constant communication, you have more ways to learn than ever before.
One of the most notable benefits of online education is having a flexible schedule. This allows you to balance working full-time with your studies. Additionally, it enables you to connect with classmates from all over the world.
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Certificate Program
The Engineering Management program offers two 12-credit-hour graduate certificate programs: Engineering Management Foundations and Analytics. By design, successfully completing a certificate covers 40 percent of the MEM degree. Additionally, the certificate curriculum requires only a few prerequisites and can be completed online or in person.
As an added benefit, if you decide to transfer to the Master of Engineering Management Degree Program, your credits may qualify.
Choose Your Concentration
NC State’s Master of Engineering Management program readies you for your desired career with eight flexible concentration tracks. These tracks align with your job role and career aspirations. They assist you in acquiring the necessary skills for your envisioned job.
MEM vs. MBA
Deciding between an Engineering Management degree and an MBA depends on your interests and objectives. Although comparing Engineering Management to an MBA involves esteemed programs, both will equip you to be a skilled leader with a curriculum in:
- Organizational Management and Leadership
- Human Resources
- Decision-making
- Communications
- Financial Management and Analysis
- Economics
- Marketing
- Operations
MEM Program
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- A MEM equips you with leadership skills relevant to technical fields like engineering. You’ll forge connections with peers, professors, and professionals sharing similar experiences and goals. While students may come from various engineering backgrounds, all possess a STEM foundation.
- MEM programs prepare you for the engineering and technology sectors. Although some courses align with MBA programs, they focus on engineering. For instance, MEM explores how staffing, finances, and technical aspects impact an organization’s performance and final product.
- Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to lead in engineering, technology, and scientific settings. You’ll be a versatile professional, merging technical expertise with management skills.
- A full-time MEM can be completed in as little as 12 months.
MBA Program
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- An MBA equips you with leadership skills that are adaptable to different industries. Typically, you’d opt for an MBA for traditional business roles like accounting or finance.
- MBA programs ready you for diverse career paths. They cover marketing, accounting, project management, economics, and statistics.
- Upon MBA completion, you’ll enhance company performance and ROI.
- A full-time MBA takes as few as 21 months to complete.