About This Program
The Engineering Project Management Graduate Certificate prepares STEM professionals to plan, lead, and make informed decisions about engineering projects. Fully online coursework brings together project and operations management, organizational leadership, financial analysis, and legal and ethical decision-making.
Program Highlights
- Study fully online through asynchronous courses.
- Take one accelerated seven-week course at a time.
- Complete four courses (12 credits) in as little as two semesters.
Skills You'll Gain
Through applied coursework, you’ll learn to:
- Plan and coordinate engineering projects and operations.
- Lead teams and make organizational decisions.
- Use financial and data analysis to inform decisions.
- Evaluate legal and ethical issues in engineering management.
Potential Careers
The certificate supports STEM professionals pursuing project management, operations, or engineering leadership roles. It can also help you take on greater project responsibility in your current position.
Requirements
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in engineering or another highly technical STEM field. A complete application includes a resume and unofficial transcripts.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for fall, spring, and summer admission with priority deadlines of April 15 for fall and summer enrollment and November 15 for spring enrollment.
Apply Now: Online Application
U of M Campus: University of Minnesota - Duluth
Selected Program: Engineering Project Management - Duluth - Certificate
Proposed Term: Select proposed term of entry
Resources: UMD Graduate School | Application Instructions | Application Fees | Engineering Project Management Graduate Certificate
Course Requirements
Complete all four courses, which may be taken in any order:
- ENGR 6101: Leadership and Organizational Strategy in Engineering Management (3 cr)
- ENGR 6102: Operations and Engineering Project Management (3 cr)
- ENGR 6103: Financial and Data-Drive Decision Making for Engineering Management (3 cr)
- ENGR 6104: Legal and Ethical Issues in Engineering Management (3 cr)
Scholarships
Scholarships may be available to students living in the northeastern Minnesota counties of Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, or St. Louis. Contact the Program Coordinator for information about eligibility and availability.