This degree allows you to pair your engineering background and knowledge with business skills by choosing three elective units from SCU's Online MBA.
Be exposed to modern leadership and management techniques so you can be a successful and effective leader in the field of engineering.
Challenge your problem-solving skills and focus on issues facing the engineering field today, so that you can build the world a more sustainable future.
To complete a Master of Engineering Management degree, you will complete three core units and the Research Project, plus three elective units of your choice.
The Engineering for a Sustainable Future unit focuses on sustainability and environmental practice, with a focus on serious issues facing the field of engineering.
The Stakeholder Engagement unit will leave you with an understanding of stakeholder engagement plans within an engineering leadership role.
The Strategic Infrastructure Management unit assesses the strategies used to purchase, maintain and enhance the longevity of public and private infrastructure.
The Accounting for Managers unit will introduce you to the fundamentals of financial and management accounting viewed from the perspective of the business manager.
As part of the Organisational Behaviour unit, you will study organisations and the individual, interpersonal and group processes and the organisational system.
Explore digital marketing tools and techniques to develop well-structured digital marketing plans and undertake a digital marketing campaign.
In the Business Analytics unit, you will explore statistical tools to analyse and model real-world situations.
The Project Management Principles unit covers the foundation elements of managing business projects.
The Project Management: Initiation and Planning unit guides you through the project management process, from initiation to planning and development.
In the Project Management: Quality, Control and Risk unit, you will learn how to implement project plans that mitigate risk, establish controls and ensure quality projects.
The Finance for Managers unit introduces the financial concepts and contemporary issues of business management.
The Global Business unit examines the challenges confronting the global business manager and gives you the knowledge you need to understand and operate successfully in global business environments.
Develop a working knowledge of IT within business settings and analyse operations effects in the Managing Digital Enterprise unit.
You will explore in-depth the techniques, tools and methods behind information systems in the Information Systems Analysis and Design unit.
Explore a diverse range of leadership styles, preparing you for a bright future in leadership or management in The Positive Leader.
In the unit Corporate Governance for Managers, you will be introduced to corporate governance – one of the most important developments in business.
The Industry Research Project is a two-part unit, involving a literature review, and strategic research and data collection methods to fill in any identified research gaps.
We know that plans change, which is why we’ve built flexible completion options into the online Master of Engineering Management. If you need to exit early, you could still receive a Graduate Certificate in Engineering by completing four units (two Core units plus two Elective units).
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I found the course content to be interesting and relevant and feel it has helped me to develop a more flexible way of thinking and developed skills I will need as I step away slightly from a technical role and into a managerial role.
Timothy Croad
Online Master of Engineering Management Graduate
All individual subjects I have studied to date have influenced my daily work, however, the one piece that sticks out the most is a Cost-Benefit Analysis that we have completed in Information Systems Analysis and Design. It was immediately applicable to several projects I was working on at the time, by clearly quantifying the cost vs benefit of each project for my clients and our company.
Michael Siefert
Online Master of Engineering Management Graduate
Our Master of Engineering Management students have varied roles across different industries. Below are some examples of jobs our students have.
We may recognise and grant credit for past education or qualifications in a process called advanced standing. If you're eligible for advanced standing, this can impact the number of units you need to study, reducing the time and cost of your overall degree. To find out more about advanced standing, get in touch with one of our Enrolment Advisors on 1300 863 819.
To qualify for the Master of Engineering Management, you must:
Absolutely! Our flexible, accelerated course gives you 24-hour access to your coursework so you can fit your studies around your busy schedule.
The student experience at Southern Cross University Online is every bit as community-oriented as on-campus learning. Coursework is interactive and you’ll stay connected with academics and peers.
Our learning platform, PERCI has been specifically designed to offer the best online experience for busy students, who may also, be working full-time. When you study online, content is delivered to suit a variety of learning styles and enhance outcomes. Each unit is delivered via its own mini-website so you can keep track of everything you need for each topic, all in one place.
A Master of Engineering Management from Southern Cross University Online aims to build your skills to respond strategically to a growing population demand for world-class infrastructure, becoming a versatile engineer who can manage multi-disciplinary teams, stakeholders, budgets, and timelines.
This course can be completed in as little as 16 months, part-time. You will complete 8 units in total during this time.
Completion time is dependent on each individuals study path and course availability. Please speak to a Student Advisor for more information on 1300 863 819.
After graduation your responsibilities can include analysing complex problems and developing quality assurance and viability plans, planning and advising. You'll be able to apply your heightened understanding and skills to identify a gap in the market and establish a thriving firm or consultancy. Walk away from the Master of Engineering Management with a future-focused understanding of everything it takes to manage engineering teams, projects and organisations efficiently and effectively.
By studying through Southern Cross University, you'll harness and build on your existing skill set to pave the next stage of your career. You will arm yourself with the tools and expertise required to become a successful leader in engineering management positions. A Master of Engineering Management may satisfy your CPD requirements with Engineers Australia or your relevant professional registering body. You can take advantage of the opportunity to significantly advance your career at the same time.
