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Earn the same accredited degree as students on campus. Ranking
30 courses total (30 credit hours) full or part-time, 4-6 hours per week per course
Flexible pay-as-you-go payment options with no hidden costs or fees
Start learning and show us you’re ready, regardless of your background
Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers
The Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) from the University of Colorado Boulder College of Engineering & Applied Sciences, a top 20 U.S. engineering school, equips engineers and technical professionals with the leadership, strategy, and business skills needed to step into high-impact management roles.
Designed for working professionals, the curriculum blends core competencies in project management, finance, personal excellence , and communication with applied, hands-on learning — all developed by faculty with deep industry experience.
With a focus on translating engineering into business, ME-EM goes beyond technical leadership to prepare you for roles that require cross-functional decision-making, strategic planning, and operational oversight. Whether you’re leading teams, launching new initiatives, or advancing into executive roles, this program helps you make an immediate contribution in your organization.
The program is flexible and accessible, offering two pathways to entry — no application required — and delivery designed to fit your schedule. ME-EM is your next step toward becoming a business-savvy technical leader.
To ensure a smooth start, begin your enrollment and allow two weeks for it to complete.
Start your enrollment now or request more information.
To ensure a smooth start, begin your enrollment and allow two weeks for it to complete.
Earn the same accredited degree as students on campus. Ranking
30 courses total (30 credit hours) full or part-time, 4-6 hours per week per course
Flexible pay-as-you-go payment options with no hidden costs or fees
Start learning and show us you’re ready, regardless of your background
Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers
Earn the same accredited degree as students on campus. Ranking
30 courses total (30 credit hours) full or part-time, 4-6 hours per week per course
Flexible pay-as-you-go payment options with no hidden costs or fees
Start learning and show us you’re ready, regardless of your background
Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers
The Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) from the University of Colorado Boulder College of Engineering & Applied Sciences, a top 20 U.S. engineering school, equips engineers and technical professionals with the leadership, strategy, and business skills needed to step into high-impact management roles.
Designed for working professionals, the curriculum blends core competencies in project management, finance, personal excellence , and communication with applied, hands-on learning — all developed by faculty with deep industry experience.
With a focus on translating engineering into business, ME-EM goes beyond technical leadership to prepare you for roles that require cross-functional decision-making, strategic planning, and operational oversight. Whether you’re leading teams, launching new initiatives, or advancing into executive roles, this program helps you make an immediate contribution in your organization.
The program is flexible and accessible, offering two pathways to entry — no application required — and delivery designed to fit your schedule. ME-EM is your next step toward becoming a business-savvy technical leader.
To ensure a smooth start, begin your enrollment and allow two weeks for it to complete.

Not sure if you’re ready to begin earning your degree? Start making progress by taking eligible content that aligns with your goals and interests. Gain in-demand skills while building towards a degree.
These are some of the courses that are part of the degree program. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.
*Successful application and enrollment are required. Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the number of credits recognized by completing this content that may count towards degree requirements, considering any existing credits you may have. Click on a specific course for more information.


Simply prove that you can do the work by completing a series of three for-credit courses called a “pathway Specialization” with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher to gain admission.
No need to worry about transcripts, letters of recommendation, GRE, TOEFL or other standardized test scores.
You can choose one of the two pathway Specializations to get started: Project Management, or Finance for Technical Managers.

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These courses are part of the degree program. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹

Multiple educators
Sustainable Operations and Supply Chain Management
Beginner · Specialization
Multiple educators
Get Started in Algorithms for Battery Management
Intermediate · Specialization

University of Colorado Boulder
Advanced · Specialization
¹Successful application and enrollment are required. Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the number of credits recognized by completing this content that may count towards degree requirements, considering any existing credits you may have. Click on a specific course for more information.
Graduates earn the same Master of Engineering degree awarded by the University of Colorado Boulder as students in the campus program. The diploma does not include “online” or “Coursera” wording.
Yes. Learners can start in the non-credit version of the curriculum to preview the program and upgrade later to the for-credit version when they are ready to pursue the degree.
This degree is designed for engineers and technical professionals moving into leadership, project, operations, and management roles. It supports career growth in areas such as engineering management, technical program leadership, project management, operations, and cross-functional business leadership.
Yes. The program falls under the University of Colorado Boulder’s institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission.
The program is self-paced and can typically be completed in about 12 to 24 months, depending on course load. New students are encouraged to begin with one course, and many students take up to three courses per session after they adjust to the pace. All 30 credit hours must be completed within eight years.
The program is delivered 100% online. Students who begin in the online program cannot later switch into the on-campus version. Students who graduate from the program and earn the degree are welcome to attend on-campus graduation ceremonies but are not obligated to do so.
Students have access to weekly office hours led by dedicated course facilitators, along with online university resources such as CU Boulder Libraries, Career Services, and Forever Buffs Alumni Services.
Total tuition is $20,010, based on $667 per credit hour for 30 credit hours. The program uses a pay-as-you-go model, so students pay only for the courses in their upcoming term rather than paying the full degree cost upfront. There is no application fee.
Yes. Students may apply up to 9 elective credits from eligible CU Boulder MS-EE, MS-CS, and MS-DS courses offered on Coursera, subject to academic rules and credit limits.
Admission is performance-based. Students earn admission by completing one of the pathway specializations and achieving a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher across the three for-credit pathway courses. A formal application, transcripts, letters of recommendation, GRE, TOEFL, and other standardized test scores are not required for this pathway. An engineering degree is not required, though a STEM background or relevant work experience is strongly recommended.
Yes. The program is open to students around the world, except in countries or regions where U.S. sanctions currently restrict online course delivery.
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