Five reasons to study Engineering Management online at Huddersfield University

Engineering Management MSc (Distance Learning) is designed to meet the industry's need for engineers skilled in management principles and techniques. This course enables you to progress professionally by advancing your skills and knowledge for a successful career in leadership and management roles, even without prior management experience. In this blog, I explore five key reasons why you should study Engineering Management online at the University of Huddersfield if you’re an aspiring leader in engineering.  

 

1. An MSc built with your career in mind   

This MSc is a fantastic way to springboard your career to the next level. You’ll broaden your skillset in strategic management, while deepening your technical engineering knowledge. In creating this course, we considered the skills engineering professionals will need to move into senior leadership positions to oversee projects and teams effectively. As a result, this Master’s degree teaches practical skills in project management, problem-solving, communication and financial management to enhance your employability and prepare you for the dynamic demands of the field.  

You can shape your learning journey around your interests and aspirations, paving the way for a fulfilling career in engineering management. The course content includes core management modules such as Fundamentals of Management and Project and Finance Management alongside key modules in Quality Systems and Measurement and New Product Development. Additionally, you can choose from optional technical modules in both mechanical and electrical engineering, allowing you to customise your degree to suit your specific career goals.  

2. Prepare for a fulfilling, impactful career 

 As an engineering manager, your skills will be sought after by employers worldwide. You could shape and lead innovative, high-profile projects that require strong decision-making skills, cross-department collaboration and team leadership. You’ll have the opportunity to develop and inspire junior engineers and nurture their personal and professional development, which makes this aspect of management highly rewarding. Furthermore, a career in engineering management comes with a good salary - with average earnings for UK engineering managers currently around £73,000 a year (Glassdoor).  

 

3. Learn from research-active academics with excellent industry links.  

At the University of Huddersfield, our teaching is led by our research. All our academics are active in research and have industrial experience to bring to their teaching. They are also qualified as Fellows of the Higher Education Academy or working towards the qualification demonstrating a personal and institutional commitment to professionalism in learning and teaching in higher education. As a student, you’ll benefit from joining an award-winning University, known for its teaching excellence. We were awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, and our staff are among the top three in England for holding doctorates, higher degrees, and teaching qualifications (HESA 2022).  

Our staff members teach all our courses so you can be assured that none of our courses are outsourced to external providers. This means you can trust that you will receive the high-quality education that Huddersfield is known for. 

4. A flexible course designed to suit your needs. 

The course is accessible and ideal for those who work full-time or have care responsibilities. It's studied online part-time with teaching and learning materials and university resources readily available, which gives you the flexibility to study anywhere in the world, anytime, and fit your studies around your life commitments. The course has three entry points per year – January, May, and September so you can join at a time most convenient for you. You never have to wait more than four months to start your learning journey. We also offer a full-time, on-campus option if that better suits your needs. 

  

5. An engaging, supportive learning experience. 

The MSc in Engineering Management has been designed for online delivery with the latest online teaching pedagogy at the forefront of our design principles. The course is designed to be interactive and engaging, giving you the skills to apply the knowledge you learn in real-world situations.  

As an online student, you’ll receive the same level of support as on-campus students. You’ll benefit from regular feedback from tutors and can book one-to-one sessions. You’ll also access academic skills support, wellbeing services, and career guidance. Additionally, you can utilise high-quality online resources through Brightspace, our Virtual Learning Environment and comprehensive online library facilities.  

 

To summarise 

At the University of Huddersfield, you’ll learn from highly qualified academics actively involved in research who can draw upon industry experience which feeds into their teaching. The MSc in Engineering Management prepares you for a rewarding career, allowing you to lead innovative projects and inspire future engineers. You'll have the opportunity to develop essential management skills like project and financial management to enhance your employability. This flexible, online part-time MSc is designed to fit around your existing work and personal commitments. You'll receive comprehensive support such as regular feedback, one-to-one sessions, and have access to high-quality online resources. Join us to start a successful career in engineering management. 

To find out more visit the Engineering Management landing page 

Check out our Engineering Management graduate’s blog to hear about their experience.