Degree in Management Engineering

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Paving the way toward a more innovative future.

At the intersection of business and technology, the WPI Management Engineering (MGE) degree provides students with in an in-depth understanding of business and management principles while they develop technical skills in their chosen engineering or science discipline. Graduates go on to apply knowledge of management and engineering in areas such as product development, project management, fintech, and technical sales.

 
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If you’re interested in a management engineering degree at WPI, discover our award-winning faculty, cutting-edge research, and world-changing projects, along with the inspiring accomplishments of our alumni.

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Curriculum

Tailor your degree in management engineering to your interests and career goals through a flexible curriculum path. You'll complete introductory math, calculus, statistics, sciences, and computer sciences courses to create a strong foundation for your selected business and technical courses. Each management engineering major has the opportunity to attribute six courses to their technical specialization. 

Management engineering students complete various concentrations including biomedical engineering, civil engineering, electrical and computer engineering, industrial engineering, information technology, manufacturing engineering and mechanical and materials engineering. They may also work with advisors to develop a concentration based upon their specific interests. 

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Project-based Learning

Hands-on, project-based learning is the cornerstone of the WPI experience, and a big reason why you’ll stand out to employers. As a Management Engineering major, your options might include supporting faculty research, conducting projects off-campus in the U.S. or abroad, and finding your niche.

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Whether it’s real-world work experience through a co-op or internship, accelerating your path with a BS/MS program, or even finding opportunities to integrate coursework with extracurricular interests, personalizing your education at WPI pays off. See how WPI changes your path.

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