Master of Science in Systems Engineering

The Master of Science in Systems Engineering program equips engineering professionals with the expertise to address the industry's most pressing challenges of the 21st century. This program focuses on foundational systems engineering principles, enabling students to assess program risks, define and understand requirements, and craft innovative solutions for complex business and technological needs.

As an interdisciplinary field, systems engineering encompasses systems design, integration, and lifecycle management. It demands a unique blend of technical and leadership skills to guide teams through real-world applications at every stage of a project.

Graduates will gain proficiency in systems engineering methodologies, which are integral to complex projects such as spacecraft design, computer chip development, robotics, software integration, and infrastructure projects like bridge construction. Tools like modeling and simulation, requirements analysis, and scheduling are emphasized to help manage and simplify complexity effectively.

This program offers course work in:

  • Systems Engineering Intro and Project
  • Systems Architecture
  • Quality Assurance
  • Project Management
  • Reliability and Sustainability

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Program Snapshot

Program Format: Online, Face-to-Face

Number of Credits: 30 Total Hours

Entry Term: Fall, Spring, Summer

Time to Complete: Two-year Program

Application Deadlines:

  • Fall, July 1st
  • Spring, November 1st
  • Summer, April 1st
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Admissions Requirements

  • Online Graduate Application - There is a non-refundable $60 application fee.
  • Transcripts - Official transcripts from EACH college and/or university you have attended.  
  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 from a regionally accredited college or university
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Additional Program Requirements:

  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 with a bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
  • Foundation coursework may be required for applicants from other disciplines or related fields.
  • Statement of purpose describing your career and educational goals.
  • Resume or professional vitae documenting education background and work experience.
  • If undergraduate GPA is less than 3.0, GRE scores or Fundamentals of Engineering exam or 4-year related work experience may be required.

Systems Engineering Degree Benefits at Kennesaw State

  • Academic Excellence – The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering is committed to maintaining high academic standards. As a Supply Chain Logistics student, you must meet the program’s Engineering Standing Requirements, which includes having a minimum 3.0 GPA in select math, science, and engineering courses before enrolling in upper-division courses.

  • Flexible, Online Course – This program is designed for a completely online environment to provide flexibility to our students and their work/life balance.

  • Innovative Research – The program is offered online and on-campus in Marietta and is located within KSU’s Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology SPCEET). The College has state-of-the-art labs and facilities and dedicated Research Centers like the Center for Advanced Materials Research and Education to conduct a wide range of innovative research projects year-round.

What can you do with a Systems Engineering degree?

  • Project Manager
  • Network and Systems Engineer
  • Engineering Manager
  • Reliability Engineer
  • Integration Engineer

Systems Engineering Salary and Career Information

The systems engineering career offers many career paths that can easily align with your current and future goals. Below are just a few jobs that are achievable with a graduate degree in systems engineering from KSU.

Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering

Kennesaw State University  
Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
650 Clair Harris Road
Marietta Campus
W. Clair Harris Textile Center, Building M
Room #M-108
Mail Drop # 9061
Marietta, GA 30060
 

Phone: 470-578-4377

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