Engineering Management

Master of Science in Engineering with a concentration in engineering management

Take the lead and coordinate the success of cross-disciplinary teams with a concentration in engineering management, part of the master’s program at the VCU College of Engineering. Modeled after the success of our mechanical and nuclear engineering program, its 90 percent graduation rate is a direct result of the College of Engineering’s dedicated faculty and staff. You will have access to the same resources to support you through every step of your master’s program.

We accommodate to your schedule as a working professional, making the concentration in engineering management perfect for those seeking career advancement or professional development.

The VCU College of Engineering is among the best graduate programs in the nation as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. Combined with our industry connections and access to Richmond-area businesses, VCU Engineering is a solid choice for your continuing education.

What you’ll learn

Our 30-credit program can be completed in one year by full time students. Apply your engineering, science and mathematical knowledge to formulate solutions to new and existing problems while communicating your findings to colleagues, industry and community stakeholders. You will develop expertise in areas like:

  • Contracts
  • Economic considerations
  • Effective negotiations
  • Engineering project management
  • Law and engineering
  • Products

Learn from world renowned faculty

B. Frank Gupton, Ph.D.
Floyd D. Gottwald, Jr. Chair in Pharmaceutical Engineering; Chair, Professor, Department of Chemical and Life Science Engineering

B. Frank Gupton, Ph.D., the Floyd D. Gottwald Jr. Chair in Pharmaceutical Engineering.

Erdem Topsakal, Ph.D.
Senior Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives and Enrollment Management; Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering

Erdem Topsakal, Ph.D.

Nastassja A. Lewinski, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director, Chemical and Life Science Engineering

Nastassja Lewinski, Ph.D.

Thaer Almasri
Adjunct Professor
Senior Operations Manager, Foxconn

Thaer Almasri

Brandon Price, Ph.D.
Adjunct Professor
Advisor to Entrepreneurial Start-Ups

Brandon Price

Brian Pristera
Adjunct Professor
Attorney, MC Military Law

Brian Pristera

How to apply

VCU offers an online, self-managed application process. See what’s needed to apply for an engineering graduate program and reference our list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

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