Engineering Management MSc / PGCert

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Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

100% online Study flexibly from anywhere in the world

Course overview

Designed by engineers for engineers, our online Engineering Management Masters gives you the flexibility to advance your career without taking a break from work.

This CMI-accredited course blends cutting-edge management principles with real-world engineering applications, equipping you with the skills to lead in a rapidly evolving industry.

This course is ideal if you are:

An early-career engineer looking to fast-track into leadership roles.
A professional with industry experience aiming to progress into management.
A senior engineer wanting to enhance your business and leadership expertise.

What can this course do for you?

Develop advanced leadership and decision-making skills.
Gain a CMI-accredited qualification, recognised worldwide.
Study 100% online with the flexibility to balance work and life commitments.
Learn from top-ranked engineering schools and industry experts.
Expand your professional network through global collaboration.

With this qualification, you’ll be ready to step into senior roles across the engineering industry, such as:

Engineering Business Analyst
Project Manager
Operations and Supply Chain Manager
Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering Manager

Course details

Ready to take your leadership skills to the next level?

Our Engineering Management course equips you with the expertise and management skills you need to excel in the engineering industry. Through tailored case studies from diverse engineering sectors, you’ll gain specialised skills to tackle real-world challenges.

Experience an academic journey similar to that of an on-campus student while connecting with professionals globally. Engage in live seminars, collaborate on group projects and share insights through discussion boards, expanding your network across engineering sectors and roles.

Which course is right for you?

We offer two pathways:

MSc in Engineering Management – A globally recognised qualification providing in-depth knowledge of business and management strategies in the industry. Ideal for advancing your career into leadership roles.
PGCert Engineering Management – A shorter qualification that allows you to gain key knowledge quickly. Ideal for quickly progressing or upskilling.

Both options cover the same core modules (Programming for Data Science, Data Science, and Algorithms) and are taught at the same academic level.

Fees and funding

Our flexible payment structure allows you to pay per module as you progress through the course:

MSc:

9 taught modules (15 credits each): £1,500 per module
Final project (45 credits): £2,000
Total: £15,500 (UK and International)

PGCert:

4 taught modules (15 credits each): £1,500 per module
Total: £6,000 (UK and International)

Please note: If your employer or sponsor is paying your fees directly, you cannot pay per module.

Entry requirements

A 2:2 (hons) Bachelor degree in engineering, physical sciences or a related engineering or technological discipline where relevant subject areas have been studied.

Professional pathways:

If your degree is in an unrelated field (eg managerial or economic), we’ll consider your application if you have at least three years of relevant work experience in an engineering environment.
Applicants with professional qualifications and extensive industry experience may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For international equivalent qualifications, please complete the form on this page.

You should discuss the criteria with your Enrolment Advisor to see if this can be considered. Email Student Enquiries at studentenquiries.online@leeds.ac.uk for more information.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component
A degree taught in English from a recognised institution (minimum two years at undergraduate level or one year at the Masters level).

Module details

Typical modules:

•   Business Strategy for Engineers (15 credits)
•   Managing Major Engineering Projects (15 credits)
•   Continuous Improvement in Engineering Supply Chains (15 credits)
•   Decision Making for Engineering Managers (15 credits)
•   Sustainability and Business (15 credits)
•   Safety and Corporate Social Responsibility (15 credits)
•   Innovation, Design and Creative Engineering (15 credits)
•   People and Organisational Performance in Engineering (15 credits)
•   Engineering Management Project (45 credits)

This list represents typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our terms and conditions.

Please note the Postgraduate Certificate involves a smaller selection of modules.

Student profile

Ji Yoon smiling in front of a sunny background.

My Enrolment Advisor was very committed and efficient and clearly communicated with me what I needed to prepare on a week-by-week basis. He helped me through the process and ensured that I was completing all the requirements for my application. He made the process very easy for me.

Ji Yoon, University of Leeds online student