Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, ranked #1 by U.S. News & World Report (2025), equips students with the expertise to advance statistical theory, methods and computational tools. By integrating cutting-edge topics such as machine learning, big data, data visualization and data analytics with a foundational, skill-based education in industrial engineering this program prepares graduates to address emerging engineering challenges and spearhead new discoveries and innovations.
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, ranked #1 by U.S. News & World Report (2025), equips students with the expertise to advance statistical theory, methods and computational tools. By integrating cutting-edge topics such as machine learning, big data, data visualization and data analytics with a foundational, skill-based education in industrial engineering this program prepares graduates to address emerging engineering challenges and spearhead new discoveries and innovations.
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering Overview
Ranked #1 by U.S. News & World Report in 2025, the fully online Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (MSIE) empowers professionals to master advanced engineering concepts, analyze and optimize complex systems, and innovate their industries. This program combines prestige and accessibility, giving students exposure to what matters in industrial engineering right now through flexible online coursework with no thesis required. By working with expert faculty in Purdue’s College of Engineering, students develop technical and analytical skills tailored to their career goals, including operations research, supply chain management and data-driven decision-making.
Designed for professionals in engineering, manufacturing, logistics and beyond, this program equips graduates to lead diverse teams, improve operational efficiency and address real-world challenges with confidence. In the MSIE, students can customize their plan of study to fit their unique career goals and network with other accomplished engineering professionals. Graduates leave the program with a valuable credential from an institution with an engineering reputation known worldwide.
Comprehensive Industrial Engineering Expertise
Students develop advanced knowledge in critical areas of industrial engineering, including Human Factors Engineering, where they learn to optimize human performance and system safety; Manufacturing Systems Engineering, where they learn efficient design and operation of production processes; and Operational Research, where they learn mathematical programming, simulation, and stochastic processes to support data-driven decision-making. Additionally, students gain insights into Production Systems Engineering, equipping them to analyze and improve complex production and supply chain systems. This diverse skill set prepares graduates to solve multifaceted challenges and drive innovation across industries.
Hands-On Problem-Solving
Through applied projects and case studies, students engage with real-world industrial engineering challenges. These experiences prepare them to design innovative solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and drive organizational success.
Cutting-Edge Tools and Techniques
Students build proficiency in advanced industrial engineering tools and methodologies, such as data analytics, optimization modeling, and simulation software, ensuring they are prepared to lead in a technology-driven world.
For many professionals, earning a master’s degree can provide a big return-on-investment. In addition to financial benefits like salary increases and promotions, master’s degrees also help professionals learn in-demand skills, which can improve their job prospects, help them pivot to a new industry, or help them stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.
Many employers value the advanced skills that master’s programs teach, and research shows that job candidates with master’s degrees have average salary increases from 25% to more than 75% in select fields. Ask your enrollment counselor for details on Purdue’s online master’s programs or learn more about the benefits of earning a master’s here.
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21 Credit Hours of IE Courses
Potential courses in human factors engineering, manufacturing systems engineering, operational research, and/or production systems engineering.
9 Credit hours graduate-level courses work from either industrial engineering or related area.
Pre-approved areas listed below:
- Other engineering disciplines mathematics
- Statistics
- Computer sciences
- Biology psychology
- Sociology economics
- Management
Please visit the nonthesis master’s plan of study requirements for further detail.
Program Requirements
- Minimum GPA of a 3.0
M-GRE Scores: Recently admitted students typically have had average scores of GRE in the following sections:
- Verbal Reasoning – 154,
- Quantitative Reasoning – 165,
- Analytical writing score of 3.5
Visit the requirements page for further details.
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Top Job Titles
Industrial engineering prepares professionals for roles that optimize processes, improve efficiency, and ensure quality across complex operations. These include Manufacturing Engineers, Engineering Managers, and Quality Engineers, each contributing to process improvement, production oversight, and performance monitoring. Additionally, Site Reliability Engineers and Project Engineers play key roles in maintaining operational stability, managing projects, and implementing solutions that enhance productivity and organizational effectiveness.
Top Industries
Several major industries offer strong career opportunities for professionals in industrial engineering. These include Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing and Aircraft Manufacturing, both of which rely on industrial engineers to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and maintain high-quality standards. Additionally, Engineering Services depends on industrial engineering expertise to support project management, workflow optimization, and operational excellence across diverse technical projects.
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