Engineering Management On-Campus
Designed to prepare local working professionals for career success, the On-Campus MS in Engineering Management (MSEM) program develops your ability to drive the future of technology-driven businesses and manage impactful teams with self-awareness and confidence. The hands-on, real-world curriculum taught by industry-expert faculty provides the business, strategic, and leadership skills needed to make an immediate impact on your career. The MSEM program, available on-campus or online, is offered through Tufts Gordon Institute, the University’s hub for entrepreneurship, innovation, and management within the School of Engineering.
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On-Campus Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM)
As the world grows more interconnected, the MS in Engineering Management program prepares professionals to lead high-powered companies while giving them the business and leadership skills to succeed.
Whether you’re an individual contributor who wants to break into management, or a manager ready to propel yourself into an executive role, this part-time graduate degree program builds upon your technical skills and expands your knowledge of key business functions like strategy, marketing, and product management. Our graduates see a strong return on their investment, earning promotions and gaining increased visibility in their organizations in industries like biopharma, defense, healthcare and even the non-profit space. More than half of all students receive promotions while still enrolled in the program.
Program Highlights:
- Earn your degree in 2 or 3 years of flexible, part-time study, tapping into applicable education that pays off as soon as you enter the classroom.
- Maintain your work-life balance with a schedule tailored for working professionals. Take evening courses twice per week from 6PM – 9PM.
- Gain the ability to manage complex projects, drive strategic decisions, and build & inspire high-performing teams.
- Get one-on-one, personalized coaching and mentorship from our approachable faculty, all with real-world industry experience.
- Learn alongside, and from, a cohort of driven classmates – and join our worldwide community of graduates.
Interested in an online program?
If you would prefer to study at your own pace or are unable to commute to campus, the Online MSEM program brings our transformative experience right to you, offering the same level of engagement and enriching curriculum, with the added benefit of ultimate flexibility.
Interested in a full-time program?
Recent graduates interested in a full-time, on-campus program should explore the MS in Innovation & Management (MSIM) program. The MSIM program provides you with product innovation, marketing, finance and leadership skills all through an accelerated, hands-on experience. Specialized skills you need to drive sustainable, high-impact change and be a successful innovator - whether you launch your own startup or join a company after graduation. All in as little as one year.
Not ready to begin a Master of Science program?
We also offer individual, graduate-level courses that are designed to give you essential knowledge when you need it. Courses are open to both working professionals and Tufts University graduate students. Individuals can transfer up to two courses towards the MS in Engineering Management program.
Tufts Gordon Institute is a proud member of the Master of Engineering Management Programs Consortium (MEMPC), a small group of highly recognized university graduate-level programs in engineering management and related degrees.
Visit the Tufts Gordon Institute website to learn more.
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Application Deadlines
Please refer to the Tuft Gordon Institute admissions deadline page.
Application Requirements:
> Application Fee
> Resume/CV
> Personal Statement
- Please submit an essay of 600-800 words that addresses the following questions: Why do you want to attend Tufts Gordon Institute MSEM program and how does it fit into your future career aspirations and personal goals? Why have you selected this degree program? Please note: Tufts Gordon Institute’s personal statement length requirements differ from those noted on the online Tufts Graduate School application.
> Official GRE/GMAT scores optional; not required
> Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo test scores (if applicable)
- A minimum score of 100 on the Internet-based TOEFL, with subscores of 25 on each of the four components (reading, writing, listening, speaking) is generally considered evidence of sufficient English language ability for graduate study at Tufts Gordon Institute. Equivalent scores of 7 on the IELTS (with subscores of 7) are also considered indication of sufficient ability. We suggest that you take the required standardized test at least one month prior to the admissions deadline, however, we can be flexible on a case-by-case basis.
> Transcripts
> Two letters of Recommendation
> Optional Essay (200-250 words)
- This essay is truly optional and not a requirement. Only complete this essay if you feel it adds value to your application and provides the admissions committee with a more complete picture of who you are. If possible, include examples within the last three years. Please note: You will receive a prompt that provides you with the opportunity to upload an optional essay only after you submit the main online application. If you have questions about how to submit an optional essay, please email us at tgi@tufts.edu.
- Choose from one of the three questions.
- Tell us about a time when you had to convince an individual or group of your idea.
- Tell us about your most meaningful leadership experience.
- Tell us about a time when you identified an opportunity for improvement within your department/company/organization and you were able to successfully implement this change.
