Master of Science in Engineering Management, Concentration in Manufacturing Online
Advance your ability to manage industrial facilities with this flexible online master’s. This specialized program emphasizes cutting-edge manufacturing systems, design and development methods, and data analysis.
Program Overview
Improve vital organizational processes with the engineering management online master’s degree
Gain valuable experience identifying, analyzing, and solving complex technical challenges with the online Master of Science in Engineering Management, Concentration in Manufacturing program. The 100% online course work for this holistic master’s degree expands your knowledge of all aspects of manufacturing from selecting machine components to designing layouts for industrial training facilities.
Explore product design and development, engineering analysis software, and the manufacturing of microelectronics as you progress through this flexible online manufacturing MSEM program. Benefit from instruction by experienced faculty who develop your ability to manage efficient manufacturing facilities that prioritize safety, ergonomics, and positive work environments.
As a student of this manufacturing MSEM online program, you will learn how to:
- Apply industrial engineering principles to design and optimize layouts for industrial and technical training facilities
- Implement strategies to improve overall facility efficiency and productivity, leading to cost reduction and increased output
- Utilize data analysis techniques to assess the effectiveness of facility design and operational decisions
- Employ systematic approaches to identify, analyze, and solve complex technical challenges related to facility design and operation
- Analyze and select appropriate equipment for specific facility needs, considering factors like cost, capacity, and functionality
- Develop strategies to optimize resource utilization within a facility, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency
- Design and manage facilities that prioritize safety, ergonomics, and a positive work environment for employees
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure facility design and operation aligns with organizational goals
- Apply industrial engineering principles to design and optimize layouts for industrial and technical training facilities
- Implement strategies to improve overall facility efficiency and productivity, leading to cost reduction and increased output
- Utilize data analysis techniques to assess the effectiveness of facility design and operational decisions
- Employ systematic approaches to identify, analyze, and solve complex technical challenges related to facility design and operation
- Analyze and select appropriate equipment for specific facility needs, considering factors like cost, capacity, and functionality
- Develop strategies to optimize resource utilization within a facility, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency
- Design and manage facilities that prioritize safety, ergonomics, and a positive work environment for employees
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure facility design and operation aligns with organizational goals
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Tuition
Take advantage of our affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition
Tuition for this online degree program in engineering management – manufacturing concentration is affordable and paid by the course, so you can achieve your academic goals while remaining within your budget.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSEM – Manufacturing | $500 | $1,501 | $15,014* |
*Students in Accelerated Online Programs are not eligible for payment plans or emergency loans. Tuition and fees are subject to change by legislative or Board of Regents action; changes become effective on the date of enactment. BookSmart fees are automatically added each semester but are not included in program costs; students may opt out by the start of each term. Registrations after the tuition deadline require full payment at registration. Cost of Attendance details are available through TXST One Stop.
Tuition breakdown
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The Texas State M.S. in Engineering Management – Manufacturing is delivered in a convenient online learning format that offers maximum flexibility for working adults like you. Choose the start date that fits your goals.
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 1 2026 | 5/26/26 | 5/12/26 | 5/18/26 | 5/26/26 | 5/21/26 | 7/21/26 | 8 weeks |
| Fall 1 2026 | 8/19/26 | 8/5/26 | 8/12/26 | 8/19/26 | 8/13/26 | 10/7/26 | 8 weeks |
| Fall 2 2026 | 10/8/26 | 9/24/26 | 10/1/26 | 10/8/26 | 10/1/26 | 12/10/26 | 8 weeks |
| Spring 1 2027 | 1/19/27 | 1/4/27 | 1/11/27 | 1/19/27 | 1/14/27 | 3/8/27 | 8 Weeks |
| Spring 2 2027 | 3/9/27 | 2/23/27 | 3/2/27 | 3/9/27 | 3/4/24 | 5/12/27 | 8 Weeks |
| Summer 1 2027 | 6/1/27 | 5/17/27 | 5/24/27 | 6/1/27 | 5/27/27 | 7/2/27 | 5 Weeks |
| Summer 1 2027 | 6/1/27 | 5/17/27 | 5/24/27 | 6/1/27 | 5/27/27 | 7/19/27 | 8 Weeks |
| Summer 2 2027 | 7/5/27 | 6/21/27 | 6/28/27 | 7/5/27 | 7/1/27 | 8/5/27 | 5 Weeks |
| Fall 1 2027 | 8/25/27 | 8/11/27 | 8/18/27 | 8/25/27 | 8/19/27 | 10/13/27 | 8 Weeks |
| Fall 2 2027 | 10/18/27 | 10/4/27 | 10/11/27 | 10/18/27 | 10/14/27 | 8 Weeks |
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Admissions
Apply with ease to the online manufacturing MSEM program
Apply to the engineering management online manufacturing program quickly and easily with our streamlined admission process. Review the admission requirements below and take the next step toward your professional goals.
To be eligible to earn your M.S. in Engineering Management – Concentration in Manufacturing Management online from Texas State University, you must have the following:
- Completed online application
- Nonrefundable application fee of $55 ($90 for international*)
- Baccalaureate degree in engineering, computer science, physics, technology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited university
- Copy of official transcripts from each institution where course credit was granted
- Minimum 2.75 GPA overall GPA or 2.75 GPA in your last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)
- Knowledge of engineering management demonstrated through previous course work and/or work experience
- Resume/CV detailing prior work experience, research experience, awards, scholarships, and other related qualifications
- Statement of purpose (two pages) conveying your research interests, plans for graduate study, and professional aspirations
For applicants without a U.S. bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)**:
You must submit an approved English proficiency exam score that meets the minimum program requirements.
- Official TOEFL iBT scores required with a 78 overall and minimum individual module scores of
- 19 listening
- 19 reading
- 19 speaking
- 18 writing
- Official PTE scores required with a 52 overall
- Official IELTS (academic) scores required with a 6.5 overall and minimum individual module scores of 6.0
- Official Duolingo scores required with a 110 overall
- Official TOEFL Essentials scores required with an 8.5 overall
**Exemption: Applicants who have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or an equivalent degree from a country on our exempt countries list are not required to submit an English proficiency exam score.
Transcripts may be sent electronically to [email protected] or mailed to:
TXST One Stop
Texas State University – Graduate Admissions
601 University Dr.
San Marcos, TX 78666
*Texas State defines an on-campus international student as anyone with a nonimmigrant visa status, including H-1B visa holders, or those seeking a visa to enroll. If you are not a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, you will be classified as an international applicant.
An online international student is someone who holds citizenship in another country, is not a U.S. permanent resident, and resides outside the U.S. while enrolling in an online program.
Students who are not on a visa but are graduating from a Texas high school after three years in residence are considered domestic applicants.
If you are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, you are considered a domestic applicant.
Admission Requirements
- Minimum 2.75 GPA
- No GMAT/GRE required
- Official transcripts
Courses
Discover what you will learn in the online manufacturing MSEM program
To graduate from the MSEM – Manufacturing online degree program, you must complete a total of 30 credit hours, including nine credit hours of core courses, 15 credit hours of concentration courses, and six credit hours of electives.
Choose 9 credit hours from the following courses:
Please note TECH 5398: Directed Project is taken over two subterms.
Electives are selected as needed, with the support of your academic advisor, to meet university graduation requirements.
The list of electives provided is not exhaustive and is subject to change. New courses may be added as additional programs launch or as student demand increases. Students are advised to work with an academic advisor to select and schedule their elective courses according to their degree plan and availability.
