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Program at a Glance

Program
Master
College(s)
College of Engineering and Computer Science
Department(s)
Industrial Engr & Mgmt Sys
$369.65 per credit hour
$1,194.05 per credit hour

Learn more about program tuition and fees.

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The Professional Project & Systems Engineering (PP&SE) Track is a cohort-based program that offers a customized and personalized approach to learning engineering management with a curriculum developed based upon the needs of industry. The PP&SE Track is designed to be a lock-step, cohort-based program that can be completed in 18 to 24 months. For information about the start of the next cohort, please contact the PP&SE Program Director Dr. Timothy Kotnour ([email protected]).

The PP&SE track in the Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) program focuses on effective decision-making and successful project delivery of innovative solutions in engineering and technological organizations. The program is tailored to the needs of the experienced, working early and mid-career professionals.

The MSEM program requires an undergraduate degree in engineering or a closely related discipline. Students with undergraduate degrees outside of industrial engineering may be required to take additional prerequisite courses.

Research studies are required in one or more courses. The research study and report will focus on reviewing and analyzing contemporary research in the profession in order to help students acquire knowledge and skills pertaining to research-based best practices.

Courses may be substituted or added to provide domain depth based upon the student or customer's needs.

Total Credit Hours Required: 30 Credit Hours Minimum beyond the Bachelor's Degree

Application Deadlines

Summer
April 1
Summer
November 1

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Career Opportunities

UCF prepares you for life beyond the classroom. Here, you’ll experience a wide range of opportunity, like learning diverse skills from world-renowned faculty to networking with top employers across Central Florida to gaining first-hand experience in internships nearby. Achieve your degree and more as a Knight.
  • Electrical Engineering Director
  • Engineering Design Manager
  • Engineering Research Manager
  • Global Engineering Manager
  • Industrial Engineering Technician
  • Industrial Production Manager
  • Mechanical Engineering Director
  • Process Engineering Manager
  • Production Control Technologist

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