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Engineering Management

Our Master of Science in Engineering Management (MEM) program is offered through a collaboration between the SECS Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and the School of Business Administration. This program is designed to equip engineers with the tools and skills necessary to make informed management decisions in industry and business while maintaining a focus on their specialized engineering field.

Open to engineers from various disciplines, the program stands out for its flexible curriculum. It allows students to customize their coursework to align with their individual career goals and professional needs. This flexibility enables students to tailor their education to better suit their unique aspirations and enhance their competitive edge in the industry.

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Contact Us
Vijitashawa Pandey, Associate Professor and Chair
Engineering Center 502
(248) 370-4044
[email protected]

CONCENTRATIONS
While all MEM students must satisfy the course requirements as listed in the OU Graduate Catalog, student may select those courses from the following concentrations if interested in focusing their studies on a particular area of interest.  Students can take any combination of these courses that satisfy catalog requirements - all are 4 credits except where noted otherwise.
  
Product Lifecycle Management
  • ISE 5560 Product Lifecycle Management
  • ISE 5461 PLM Applications - Product Data Management (2 credits)
  • ISE 5462 PLM Applications - Robotics (2 credits)
  • ISE 5463 PLM Applications - Ergonomics (2 credits)
  • ISE 5466 PLM Applications - Change Management (2 credits)
  • ISE 5467 PLM Applications - Throughput Simulation (2 credits)
  • ISE 5900 PLM Applications - Manufacturing Process Planning (2 credits)
Energy Management
  • ISE 5450 Foundations of Energy Management
  • ISE 5610 Energy Conservation Systems
  • ME 5530 Alternative Energy Systems
  • ME 6535 Fundamentals of Battery Systems for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
  • ECE 5630 Hybrid and Electric Drive Systems
Lean and Continuous Improvement
  • ISE 5581 Lean Principles and Application
  • ISE 5483 Production Systems and Workflow Analysis
  • ISE 5485 Statistical Quality Analysis
  • ISE 5421 Leadership Principles and Positive Engagement
  • POM 5210 Operations Management (3 credits)
Ergonomics and Human Factors
  • ISE 5540 Occupational Biomechanics
  • ISE 5441 Human Factors Engineering
  • ISE 5900 Virtual and Augmented Reality
  • ISE 5463 PLM Applications - Ergonomics (2 credits)
Systems Engineering
  • ISE 5487 Foundations of Systems Engineering
  • ISE 5488 Advanced Systems Engineering
  • ISE 5520 Engineering Project Management
  • ISE 5560 Product Lifecycle Management
  • ISE 5461 PLM Applications - Product Data Management (2 credits)
  • ISE 5466 PLM Applications - Change Management (2 credits)

Optimization and Analytics

  • ISE 5430 Engineering Operations Research - Deterministic Models
  • ISE 5431 Engineering Operations Research - Stochastic Models
  • ISE 5435 Data Analytics
  • ISE 5900 Metamodeling and Optimization in Design

Throughput Simulation

  • ISE 5469 Computer Simulation of Discrete Event Systems
  • ISE 5483 Production Systems and Workflow Analysis
  • ISE 5467 PLM Applications - Throughput Simulation (2 credits)
Admission

To ensure a comprehensive evaluation of your application for the Master’s program in  Engineering Management we have established specific requirements for recommendations, test scores, and educational background. Please review the following guidelines carefully.

1. Recommendation Forms

Applicants must submit two recommendation forms from individuals who can assess their scholarly achievements and potential. Acceptable recommenders include:

  • Faculty members from your undergraduate major department
  • Professionals in the engineering field

These recommendations play a vital role in your admission credentials, providing insight into your academic capabilities and readiness for graduate study.

2. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores

If your undergraduate degree is from an institution not accredited by a regional accrediting agency in the USA, you must submit official GRE scores. However, the department may waive the GRE requirement if you meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Your last degree is from a U.S. institution accredited by a regional accrediting agency.
  • Your overall GPA from your last degree is at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • You have worked in the USA for at least two years in the engineering profession.

To request a GRE waiver, applicants must complete theRequest to Waive GRE form and include it in their application packet. Please note that the waiver request is subject to approval by the Graduate Admissions Committee.

3. Educational Background

Applicants should hold a Bachelor of Science degree in any engineering major, including but not limited to:

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering

We also welcome applicants from related disciplines, such as:

  • Computer Science
  • Engineering Technology
  • Information Technology
  • Software Engineering

Please be aware that candidates from these disciplines may be required to take additional engineering courses to ensure readiness for the ISE program.

Admission to master’s program is selective; applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or better for regular admission.

 

School of Engineering and Computer Science

Engineering Center, Room 301
115 Library Drive
Rochester , MI 48309-447
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Dean's Office (248) 370-2217
Academic Advising (248) 370-2201

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