MS/SE Program Overview

The graduate program leading to the Master of Science in Systems Engineering (MSSE) prepares students for a professional career in systems design, development, and management, associated with problem formulation, issue analysis, and the evaluation of alternative courses of action. The program emphasizes both analytical and practical aspects of engineering complex systems. Students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in several quantitative modeling disciplines. Students are also expected to master issues relevant to practical aspects of systems design, engineering and management. The program also prepares students for careers in research and development and for pursuing advanced graduate study leading to the Ph.D. degree in Systems Engineering and Operations Research.

To earn the master of science degree, students must complete an approved Plan of Study. This Plan of Study must include five core courses,  three electives in a concentration area, one methods course that is applicable to the concentration,  and a systems engineering project. The Plan of Study must include 30 semester hours of graduate-level course work.