Program Description
The Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in Engineering Management is a professional doctoral program designed for engineers, scientists, and technical managers who seek to apply advanced engineering and management principles to complex, real-world problems. The program integrates systems thinking, applied research, and strategic leadership to prepare graduates for senior technical and executive roles in industry, government, and research organizations.
The D.Eng. emphasizes the practical application of research knowledge rather than purely theoretical inquiry. Students complete advanced coursework in engineering management, decision analytics, and organizational strategy, culminating in a doctoral praxis that addresses a significant engineering management challenge. This applied research component demonstrates professional mastery, innovation, and measurable impact on organizational performance or public-sector outcomes.
Credit Hours
54
Formats
In-Person
Partially Online
Fully Online
Time to Completion
2-6 Years*
* Depending on entry point and credits per semester.
What Makes Us Different
Industry Value
This program serves the community by offering an avenue of personal and professional growth for engineers and STEM workers seeking to address complex industry problems with research-based solutions.
Tiered Progress
The D.Eng. degree serves as a complement to UAH’s EM Ph.D. and provides an additional path to a doctoral degree for those seeking to conduct applied research in industry.
Multi-Disciplinary Skill
Our graduates design, implement, and manage complex socio-technical systems by integrating engineering principles with strategic management practices.
Admission Requirements
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Testing Requirements
None.
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Important Dates
This program follows the general deadlines found on the Graduate Admissions application page.
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Transcripts
Applicants are responsible for having their official college transcripts sent from the issuing institution to UAH. Send your official transcripts to UAH Graduate Admissions through an electronic delivery service. UAH Graduate Admissions accepts official transcripts from Parchment and Student Clearinghouse. If your school does not have access to these services, request that they send your official hard-copy transcripts to:
UAH Graduate Admissions
301 Sparkman Drive SSB, Suite 106
Huntsville, AL 35899
Funding
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Tuition
Please visit the Office of Admission's Financial Aid pages to help plan your costs per semester.
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Assistantships
To apply for a Graduate Teaching Assistantship, please indicate interest on your admissions application.
For Graduate Research Assistantships, please reach out to department faculty directly to inquire about open positions.
Program Catalog
For an in-depth look at this program, its academic requirements, and a complete list and descriptions of all its courses, visit the UAH catalog.
Talk to an Advisor
Ready to have an in-depth conversation about this program? Contact this program's academic or admissions advisors.
Dr. Bryan Mesmer
Olin B. King Tech. Hall, Room N143A
256.824.7310
bryan.mesmer@uah.edu
Grace Kiersznowski
SSB 106
256.824.2795
grace.kiersznowski@uah.edu