Torrens University Australia

Master of Engineering Management

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course Type: Master's

Develop advanced engineering management capability through this blended master's degree, combining flexible online learning with on-campus engagement to prepare engineering and technology professionals for strategic leadership and innovation.

Course overview

The Master of Engineering Management is a blended postgraduate qualification designed for graduates with an engineering, technology or science background who want to strengthen their leadership capability while expanding their engineering management expertise. Combining online study with on-campus learning, the course prepares graduates to lead technical teams, manage engineering projects and support innovation across a range of engineering and technology organisations.

Throughout the course, you'll strengthen your ability to evaluate complex engineering challenges, develop strategic solutions and lead organisational change in technical environments. The curriculum combines engineering management with business strategy, sustainability and innovation, helping you build the analytical, communication and decision-making skills needed to improve organisational performance and respond to evolving engineering and commercial challenges.

Blended delivery combines the flexibility of online learning with scheduled on-campus teaching and collaboration. Students complete 10 core subjects and six electives, culminating in an Engineering Management Capstone that incorporates a work-based research project addressing an authentic engineering management challenge. Assessments are completed through coursework, and there are no formal examinations.

Key facts

Delivery
Face to Face
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Available in blended learning, where students can study on campus, with on-demand access to classes and self-directed study resources also available online.
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
24 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $3,813
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The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee. It is based on a full-time study load of eight subjects per year.
Campus
Melbourne Flinders Street
Fitzroy
Fortitude Valley
Sydney
Wakefield Street
Intake
14th September, 2026
15th February, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.
16
Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

To earn the Master of Engineering Management, you must complete 10 core subjects and six electives.

Core subjects

Complete the following six core subjects:

  • Business Environment
  • Business Communications
  • Principles of Project Management
  • Financial Management
  • Management, People and Teams
  • Engineering Sustainability
  • Engineering Risk Management
  • Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
  • Engineering Strategy
  • Engineering Management Capstone
Electives

Entry requirements

Before you begin your application to study as a domestic student, check that you meet one of the requirements listed below.

  • Successful completion of an undergraduate engineering or technology-based degree (such as Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Software Engineering, Computer Sciences, IT, IS, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology or degrees in Basic and /or Applied Sciences) or equivalent.
  • Applicants without formal qualifications are eligible to apply if they have seven (7) years of professional, administrative or managerial work experience in an engineering or technical organisation. Applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with Torrens University Australia. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

  • Critically analyse and evaluate a range of data to support complex decision-making.
  • Apply effective engineering management practices in technical organisations.
  • Learn to how to use people skills to manage individuals and groups from different backgrounds.

Career outcomes

Potential employment opportunities may include, but are not limited to, the following roles within organisations across various industries:

Potential career paths

  • Technology advisor
  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
  • Operations manager
  • Product development manager

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative subject price in 2026: $3,813 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Estimated annual price in 2026: $30,504 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Subject prices are based on 10-credit-point blocks.

Student fees may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of subjects studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of subjects.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.