Why Study Engineering Management?

Student Why MEM The world is changing. With the challenges facing us on a global level (sustainability, health, environmental protection) there is a new need for companies and organizations to integrate technical and business skills to solve these difficult problems. MEM graduates can fill this gap.

In the complex, competitive world of technology driven industry, skilled engineers who understand the essential principles of business and law have a tremendous competitive advantage. MEM Programs are meeting the demand for such professionals and are distinctive among engineering programs in their integration of business, law and engineering.

If you are interested in technology leadership or a career in industrial management, high technology management, R&D management or even technology entrepreneurship in a start-up company, an MEM Degree may be the way to get started.

In short, the degree will jumpstart your career.

Benefits to graduates:

More influence in your organization
Greater job responsibility
Higher starting salary
Rapid career advancement

Why I did an M.E.M.: "After completing my B.E, I found that I was very dissatisfied with the direction my undergraduate studies had taken as the educational system in India is very rigid. I have always been interested in management studies and wanted to pursue that without completely abandoning my education thus far. The MEM Program provided me with the means and resources for doing that, which has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Not only have I been exposed to actual MBA classes but I've also understood how to apply the knowledge garnered in an actual business setting. The M.E.M. program is the perfect blend of business and engineering, allowing us students to pursue in more detail the fields that interest us."

Why I did an M.E.M.: "I came to the MEM Program to make myself a better candidate for the types of jobs I am hoping to pursue. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have had a variety of research experiences. Although I found the material fascinating, the actual act of performing the research frustrated me. I was much more interested in the indications and applications of what was being done. The M.E.M. program provides me with the opportunity to apply my problem solving skills and engineering knowledge to the larger picture. I am hoping to develop my technical communication skills and expand my understanding of the external factors that drive and sustain engineering research and development. Ideally, I want to pursue a career in the field of orthopedics on the side of funding or PR. I am confident in the engineering skills that I have already developed. The M.E.M. program is providing me the managerial and business knowledge that I will need, while allowing me to tailor the curriculum to my medical interests."

Why I did an M.E.M.: "This program is a perfect blend of engineering applications and business principles at a prestigious school. My background has been in Computer Science. I have always wanted to bridge into the business world and the M.E.M. program has opened that door for me. The M.E.M. program is extremely challenging and has widened my horizon and matured my thoughts by teaching me everything from marketing and corporate finance to statistics and optimization! One advantage of the M.E.M. program that has benefited me greatly is the low faculty-to-student ratio that facilitates a high degree of interaction between professors and students. In addition, through the M.E.M. program I have also had the opportunity to meet and network with numerous M.E.M. alumni in prominent positions in disciplines such as engineering, project management, consulting and investment banking. The emphasis in my M.E.M. program is on group projects and teamwork, which has helped keep the course work interactive and engaging."

Why I did an M.E.M.: "I have always enjoyed engineering, but was never able to see how my outside interests could work with my engineering education. When I came to visit, a professor described the M.E.M. program as a degree, "for those who did not want to be bench top engineers forever." This statement made sense to me. I see the M.E.M. degree as an opportunity to use and hone my leadership skills to compliment my engineering education. Thus far, the M.E.M. degree has given me access to excellent business, management, and technical courses and faculty. "

Why I did an M.E.M.: "For those of us who have a dream of starting an engineering company (and there are lots of us), the M.E.M. program is the perfect training ground. The largely project-based curriculum paired with core classes from the MBA program provide a unique environment where students can gain valuable project management experience. We have a lot of fun building everything from cars to business plans, and we learn to value communication and planning skills just as much as purely technical skills. These experiences also give us lots to talk about in interviews. The M.E.M. program is an exceptionally good way to prepare for a life of innovation and leadership."