Engineering Management

Engineering management is a field that bridges the gap between engineering and management. Engineering management involves the overall management of organizations with an orientation to manufacturing, construction, engineering, technology or production. Programs are available that provide Bachelor's, Master's and Ph.D degrees. Undergraduate programs provide generalist degrees that enable engineers to better deal in the business environment. Master of engineering management (MEM) provide a technical -based alternative to traditional MBA programs. Industrial and professional associations such as engineers' societies also offer certification programs that validate engineering management knowledge an d skills. Specialization areas in both degree and certification programs may include management of technology, product and process, quality, organizational management, operations management, program management, marketing and finance. The Master of Engineering Management degree is often abbreviated MEM can be either an academic or professional master's degree in the field of engineering. It is generally pursued by engineers and scientists interested managing technical teams as opposed to business teams. It can be earned with a prequisite BS in engineering o r science or as a post graduate program with a Bachelor of Engineering Management degree.

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