Online Engineering, Manufacturing, Leadership Master’s Degrees
Online Engineering, Manufacturing, Leadership Master’s Degrees
Lead the Future of Engineering: Earn a Cutting-Edge Purdue Master’s Degree Online
Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering, Dual Master of Science in Engineering + MBA, and Master of Science in Engineering Technology programs bridge the gap between academic research and industry practice, empowering professionals across diverse technical fields with dynamic, cross-disciplinary skills. These flexible online programs offer the same academic rigor and real-world application as our on-campus programs, and they’re taught by the same expert Purdue faculty who are dedicated to helping engineers and technologists advance their industries.
Master’s in Interdisciplinary Engineering
This online degree offers a flexible, cutting-edge and customizable education with access to hundreds of courses from across Purdue’s renowned College of Engineering.
Dual Master’s in Interdisciplinary Engineering + MBA
Earn two top-tier degrees in engineering and business through a flexible 60 credit hour dual master’s program.
Master’s in Engineering Technology
This program combines a world-class education with the curriculum, that prepares professionals for high-level roles across manufacturing industries.
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Master’s in Interdisciplinary Engineering
Today’s employers are looking for engineers who bring more than technical expertise—they want professionals who can work across disciplines, lead teams and solve complex problems. Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering empowers you to do just that. Ranked among the top two online engineering programs by U.S. News & World Report, 2025, this program offers unmatched flexibility and customization. Choose from over 200 courses and 11 concentrations across Purdue’s renowned College of Engineering and build a degree that aligns with your goals—whether that’s deepening your knowledge in multiple engineering fields or developing evergreen skills in leadership, management or systems thinking.
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- Early to mid-level career engineering professionals
- Professionals looking to move into leadership roles
- Engineers looks to broaden their technical skillset
- 30-33 credit hours to complete degree
Criteria to Admissions
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Math Background: One semester each of Calculus I, Calculus II and either Linear Algebra or Differential Equations
- Engineering Background: Preferred undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics or Technology
- Master emerging engineering technologies
- Communicate complex concepts effectively
- Collaborate across disciplines
- Electrical Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Structural Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Principal Engineer
Dual Master’s in Interdisciplinary Engineering + MBA
Purdue University’s online dual master’s in Interdisciplinary Engineering + MBA, offered in collaboration with Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, blends advanced technical training with essential business leadership skills. This flexible program prepares professionals to lead as engineering managers, product leaders, technical directors and entrepreneurs by enabling them to earn two top-tier degrees at the intersection of innovation and technical skill. Students interested in a shorter path can look into the engineering management and leadership concentration offered via the Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering.
- Mid-Career Professionals
- Technical Professionals
- R&D or Product Development Leaders
- Project Managers or Operations Leads
- Entrepreneurs or Startup Founders
- STEM Professionals
- 60 credit hours to complete degree
Criteria for Admissions
- Minimum 3.0 GPA Required
- Engineering Background: Preferred undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics or Technology.
- Math Background: One semester each of Calculus I, Calculus II and either Linear Algebra or Differential Equations
- Strategic management and planning
- Advanced problem-solving and systems thinking
- Financial analysis and budgeting
- Leadership and team management
- Innovation in product and process development
- Engineering Manager
- Technical Director
- Product Manager
- Operations Manager
Master’s in Engineering Technology
Purdue University’s innovative online Master of Science in Engineering Technology teaches in-demand skills at the intersection of engineering and technological innovation. In this program, students will build tech skills, solve real-world challenges and learn management and networking strategies to excel in leadership roles in manufacturing and other industries, all while studying 100% online in a flexible format.
- Professionals with backgrounds in manufacturing
- Individuals aiming to transition into high-tech or manufacturing industries
- Working adults looking for a flexible, online graduate degree
- 30 Total Credit Hours
Criteria for Admissions
- Minimum 3.0 Required GPA
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3 years of professional experience Required
- Leveraging smart manufacturing and automation technologies
- Driving agile project management practices
- Optimizing supply chain operations for efficiency and resilience
- Implementing and innovating technology solutions
- Supply Chain Manager
- Manufacturing Engineer
- IT Manager
- Operations Manage
