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THE Master of Engineering (Engineering Management)program aims to prepare graduate for leadership roles in the
management of engineering and technology-based organisations.The programme is tailored to individual needs, allowing
students to develop skills and expertise in a broad range of engineering management practices.
Students can focuss the studies in the following area:
Technology management, Environmental management, Performance management, Risk management, Engineering
economics strategy, International Engineering management, Project management, Quality management, Logistics
management and Systems Engineering. Specialisations from other areas within RMIT are also available.
Programme Objectives:
The programme's major objectives include a focus on: Thinking strategically; addressing problems from a new point of
view; challenging established practices and norms; developing innovative approaches; understanding how to manage
ever-changing technology base; and developing a systems approach to problem solving and/or opportunity definition.
Students develop an understanding of the many facets of contemporary engineering management and the impact of new
technology and technological change on engineering and technology-based organisations.
The programme exposes students to real-world issues in the areas of: risk and feasibility; managing innovation; developing
systems thinking approaches; quality management; environmental management systems; cleaner production; strategic
planning; financial management; performance management; international issues; and technology management.
Duration:
One Year Full-time
Advanced Standing:
Advanced entry into the master program may be given on the basis of significant industry experience and relevant
undergraduate engineering qualifications. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfer are ways that RMIT
recognises applicants’ skills and knowledge gained through formal and informal education and training, work experience,
and/or life experience (including volunteer work; committee responsibilities; family duties, hobbies).
Program Structure:
Engineering Graduates with relevant undergraduate degree may gain direct entry to the Master of Engineering (Engineering
Management) programme. Other qualifications from related fields with work experience will be subject to acceptance by
RMIT University.
The program will be conducted by RMIT faculty in Singapore through intensive workshops over week ends. The course
structure is shown below. The entire course can be completed in 3 terms and in a minimum duration of 1 year. The master
degree consists of 12 courses with 144 credit points. For the award of Master of Engineering (Engineering Management),
students must complete all the 12 courses.
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