Master of Science in
Systems Engineering

The Master of Science in Systems Engineering explores advanced systems engineering principles and shows how a systems perspective shapes modern business and technology. With distinguished faculty and a curriculum that emphasizes deep understanding, innovative thinking and real-world challenges, Embry-Riddle guides engineers and managers to take on complex engineering problems.

Systems engineering takes a big-picture view of a project, focusing on the full process and ensuring customer needs align with component design and system integration. This program offers an expert overview of systems engineering practices and prepares students to develop and implement solutions for the aviation, aerospace and transportation industries.

Notable Employers of Alumni 

  • Amazon
  • The Boeing Company
  • Collins Aerospace
  • L3Harris Technologies
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Microsoft
  • RTX

30 credits

Transfer Credit

Estimated Costs

Campuses Offering Degree

  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • Worldwide & Online Campus

Specializations 

Students have the choice between a thesis option or one of two tracks:

  • Technical Track: Builds on engineering, technical or physical sciences to enhance systems thinking
  • Engineering Management Track: Combines the technical aspects of the field with business-oriented coursework for management roles 

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