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Master of Engineering in Engineering Management

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Master of Engineering in Engineering Management

University of Colorado Boulder

Top 20 Engineering School

Earn the same accredited degree as students on campus. Ranking

Finish in 12 months

30 courses total (30 credit hours) full or part-time, 4-6 hours per week per course

$20,010 USD total cost

Flexible pay-as-you-go payment options with no hidden costs or fees

Performance-based admission

Start learning and show us you’re ready, regardless of your background

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Who is this degree for?

This degree is designed for professionals who want to build upon their technical backgrounds to gain the business and management skills necessary to become leaders in technology-driven industries.

The program is ideal for:

Skilled engineers and technical professionals seeking advancement: Technical professionals and engineers who want to move "beyond the individual contributor (IC) role" and advance into high-impact management and leadership positions.

Current or aspiring managers: This includes recent bachelor's graduates, working engineers, and junior to mid-level managers who need to gain a deeper understanding of business functions to effectively lead technical teams.

Working professionals needing flexibility: The program is specifically designed for individuals who need to balance their studies with a busy career and personal life, offering a flexible, 100% online format.

Practical-minded leaders: Individuals who want to immediately apply what they learn. The curriculum focuses on practical, job-relevant skills and real-world competencies in finance, project management, and leadership for technical environments.

No application required
Begin your learning journey right away without needing to submit transcripts, letters of recommendation, or standardized test scores.
Performance-based admission
Gain acceptance into the program by successfully completing a pathway specialization with a grade of B or better in each course.
Earn credit before you're admitted
You don't have to wait to be formally admitted to start your coursework. Enroll in for-credit courses and make progress toward your degree.
Try a course with no commitment
Not ready to enroll for credit? You can sample any course through the non-credit experience first and upgrade to the for-credit version later.

Fall 2025 Session 2 enrollment is closed

Upcoming events

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Additional resources

Questions? Contact the CU Boulder ME-EM team at cuboulder-meem@coursera.org.

Fall 2025 Session 2 enrollment is closed

Upcoming events

  • Stay tuned!

Additional resources

Questions? Contact the CU Boulder ME-EM team at cuboulder-meem@coursera.org.