Master of Science in Engineering Systems and Management
About This Programme
A 30-credit master's in systems optimisation, project management and business analytics, with concentrations in Technology Management, Innovation & Entrepreneurship or Complex Systems Acquisition & Management (and a dual-degree option with Arizona State University).
Course Highlights
- Concentrations: Technology Management & Entrepreneurship and Complex Systems Acquisition & Management
- Core in systems optimization, system dynamics / cost engineering, project management and business analytics
- Electives across supply chain, quality, simulation, healthcare operations and innovation
- Bridges engineering with management and entrepreneurship
What You'll Study
Thesis-based: 12 credits of core courses (including a 0-credit research-methods seminar), 9 credits of electives and a 9-credit master's thesis; concentrations available in Technology Management & Entrepreneurship and Complex Systems Acquisition & Management.
Core Courses
- ENGR 695 Seminar in Research Methods0 credits
- ESMA 603 Systems Optimization3 credits
- ESMA 604 System Dynamics for Business Policy (or ESMA 650 Cost Engineering)3 credits
- ESMA 605 System Project Management3 credits
- ESMA 610 Business Analytics, Statistics for Engineering Systems3 credits
Electives
- ESMA 607 Management and Entrepreneurship for Engineers3 credits
- ESMA 617 Innovation and Creativity in Technology Organizations3 credits
- ESMA 618 Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation3 credits
- ESMA 621 Production, Operations and Inventory Management3 credits
- ESMA 641 Supply Chain, Logistics and Transportation Networks3 credits
- ESMA 633 System Simulation: Modelling and Analysis3 credits
- ESMA 619 Advanced Quality Management System3 credits
- ESMA 671 Healthcare Operations Management3 credits
Thesis
- ESMA 699 Master's Thesis9 credits
Entry Requirements
Some programmes are nationality-restricted (e.g. Nuclear Engineering; International and Civil Security).
Careers
Graduates move into systems engineering, project and operations management, supply-chain and technology-management roles, or launch technology ventures.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
UAE CAA (Ministry of Education); KU holds no programmatic accreditation at graduate level
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science in Engineering Systems and Management
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
Bachelor's in engineering or a related quantitative field, CGPA 3.0/4.0 + TOEFL 91 / IELTS 6.5
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 150,000/yr
Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Scholarships are assessed automatically at admission. Master's awards may cover tuition in full or in part and carry no stipend; PhD awards are competitive and merit-based, and may carry a full or partial tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend whose amount Khalifa University does not publish.