Master of Science in Engineering Systems Management
About This Programme
A 30-credit master's, the first of its kind in the region, developing the management and leadership capability engineers need to run projects and organisations, with course-only and thesis pathways. Prepares graduates for engineering-management and leadership roles.
Course Highlights
- Blends engineering-management skills with technical knowledge for practising engineers
- Blended-learning delivery (face-to-face plus online) suits working professionals
- Core in management for engineers, management science, project management and engineering economy
- Electives on supply chain, quality, decision analysis, ERP, big-data business analytics and risk
What You'll Study
Thesis option (12 core + 9 elective credits + 9-credit thesis) or course option (12 core + 18 elective credits). Several courses delivered in blended (face-to-face + online) mode.
Core Courses (12 credits + 0-credit seminar)
- ESM 520 Management for Engineers (blended)3 credits
- ESM 535 Introduction to Management Science3 credits
- ESM 570 Project Management (blended)3 credits
- ESM 575 Advanced Engineering Economy (blended)3 credits
- ESM 695 Seminar0 credits
Elective Courses (9 credits thesis / 18 credits course option)
- BME 561 Healthcare Operations Management3 credits
- BME 562 Healthcare Planning and Risk Management3 credits
- ESM 600 Research Methodology (blended)3 credits
- ESM 615 Big Data and Business Analytics3 credits
- ESM 625 Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (blended)3 credits
- ESM 630 Quality Engineering and Management3 credits
- ESM 636 Human Resources Management for Engineers3 credits
- ESM 638 Decision Analysis3 credits
- ESM 640 Supply Chain Management3 credits
- ESM 644 Financial Management for Engineers3 credits
- ESM 655 Service Systems Management3 credits
- ESM 670 Risk Management3 credits
- ESM 675 Procurement Management3 credits
- ESM 694 Special Topics in Engineering Systems Management3 credits
Thesis (thesis option only)
- ESM 699 Master's Thesis9 credits
Entry Requirements
MBA and MBDA applicants take the GMAT or the AUS admission test; a statement of purpose is required for some programmes.
Careers
Project, operations, supply-chain and engineering-management leadership across product, service and project-based industries.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed/accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research; AUS is institutionally US-accredited by MSCHE (Middle States).
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science in Engineering Systems Management
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
BS in Engineering, CGPA 3.0/4.0, plus IELTS 6.5 (or TOEFL iBT 80). Non-engineering degrees and experienced technical managers considered case-by-case (relevant work experience preferred).
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 82,200/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu with transcripts, a CV, references and a statement of purpose where required. The graduate application fee is AED 450 + 5% VAT. AUS offers graduate assistantships to qualified applicants.