Key facts
Duration
2 years full-time
Locations
New course from Trimester 1, 2026.
Course overview
Strong technical expertise alone is not enough in today’s engineering industry – effective communication, project management, and business strategy are just as critical. Take the next step in your engineering career by building the leadership and management skills essential for success. The Master of Engineering Management (Professional) prepares you to step into higher-level positions where you can lead teams, sell ideas, and oversee complex engineering projects with confidence.
Gain proficiency in engineering fundamentals while refining your technical skills in an engineering discipline of your choice. At the same time, enhance your business acumen through units in project management, communication, and leadership – developing the professional practice skills that employers value. Gain industry exposure and firsthand experience in the Australian engineering landscape through completing a 60-day professional placement or engaging in continuing professional development.
Do you have the technical skills but want to develop the leadership to match?
Choose to advance your technical and leadership expertise in mechanical engineering; civil engineering; electrical and renewable energy engineering; robotics and automation engineering; environmental engineering; or smart manufacturing. You will gain advanced knowledge in your area of practice while staying up to date with technological advancements and industry practices in an Australian context. A strong foundation in engineering principles, paired with the development of analytical, management and interpersonal skills, will set you up to take your career to the next level.
Elective units allow you to gain experience in leading engineering teams, mentoring junior engineers, and managing high-impact projects – all of which are highly valued by employers. Complement your knowledge and expertise with essential management skills such as project management, team leadership, communication, negotiation, and decision-making through a structured learning framework. Upon graduation, you will open doors to administrative and management positions while maximising your earning potential.
Leadership is a highly sought-after core skill among employers worldwide, and the demand for engineering graduates continues to soar. With a strong foundation in both technical and management skills, you will be well-positioned for a rewarding and promising career in a range of areas – from manufacturing to energy and healthcare. Get ready to stand out as an in-demand engineering professional, equipped for the challenges of tomorrow.
Current Deakin students
To access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook
- Award granted
- Master of Engineering Management (Professional)
- Year
2026 course information
- Deakin code
- S787
- CRICOS code?Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students
- 117807M Burwood (Melbourne)
- Level
- Higher Degree Coursework (Masters and Doctorates)
- Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition
The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9
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Course structure
To complete the Master of Engineering Management (Professional), you must pass 8, 12 or 16 credit points. The number of credit points required may vary, depending on your entry point or how much credit you receive as recognition of prior learning (RPL) based on your professional experience and previous qualifications.
A 16-credit point Master of Engineering Management (Professional) includes:
- DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in their first study period
- STP710 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- SEE700 Safety Induction Program (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- 6 credit points of core units
- 1 credit point of professional learning units
- 4 credit point pathway
- 5 credit points of course electives
Most units are equal to one credit point. As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year.
All students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
~It is recommended students undertake SEN710 and SEN720 in consecutive trimesters
* available at the Burwood campus from 2027
plus
One (1) credit point of professional learning units:
plus
Four (4) credit point from one of the pathway groupings
Environmental Engineering - Burwood, Waurn Ponds
Smart Manufacturing - Burwood, Waurn Ponds
* available at the Burwood campus from 2027
^ available from 2027
5 Management themed course electives (5 credit points) from:
* available at the Burwood campus from 2027
Intakes by location
The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.
- Start date: March
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
- Start date: July
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
- Start date: November
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
New course from Trimester 1, 2026.
Students should note the following as units are being phased in at the Burwood campus:
- The first year units will be available at Burwood from 2026. Second year units will be available from 2027.
- Students commencing in 2026 will be able to choose the Environmental Engineering and Smart Manufacturing pathways which will be available on campus at Burwood. All other pathways will require students to travel to Waurn Ponds.
Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL)
- Students commencing at Burwood with RPL may need to study part-time as second year units will not be available at Burwood until 2027. Students will need to be assessed on an individual basis.
Course duration
You may be able to study available units in the optional third trimester to fast-track your degree, however your course duration may be extended if there are delays in meeting course requirements, such as completing a placement.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, studios, laboratories and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Participation requirements
Postgraduate Engineering units will be phased in at the Burwood campus. Please note that the units will be gradually introduced at the Burwood campus from 2026 (Year 1 units offered in 2026, Year 2 units offered in 2027) therefore, students with Recognition for Prior Learning will not be eligible to enrol at Burwood until 2027.
Students may complete the Environmental Engineering and Smart Manufacturing pathways on campus at Burwood. All other pathways will require students to travel to Waurn Ponds.
Students commencing their course in Trimester 3 will be required to complete units in Trimester 3.
Placement can occur at any time, including during standard holiday breaks. Learn about key dates at Deakin.
Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.
Work experience
Through SEL703 Professional Practice, you'll gain industry experience by completing at least 30 to 60 days of practical work experience in an engineering workplace. This gives you the opportunity to explore potential career paths and build valuable professional networks. Assessment tasks will deepen your understanding of the engineering profession and strengthen your professional practice skills. Learn more about SEBE work integrated learning.
Entry requirements
Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. You will need to meet the minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements or higher to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.
A combination of qualifications and experience may be deemed equivalent to minimum academic requirements.
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Completion of a four-year undergraduate engineering degree in a related engineering discipline (recognised as equivalent to an Australian undergraduate engineering degree)*;
- Completion of a three-year undergraduate engineering degree in a related engineering discipline AND two-years relevant work experience in a related discipline;
- Professional Engineer Membership (in a related engineering discipline) of Engineers Australia, or an equivalent professional body that is signatory to Washington Accord, including a body that holds a provisional status.
* four-year undergraduate Engineering degree recognised by the Washington Accord
Examples of related engineering disciplines include but not limited to: Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mining Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Naval Engineering
Examples of relevant work experience include those related to the broad field of Engineering, such as: Civil Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mechatronic Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Mining Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, Naval Engineer, Senior Engineer, Product Development Engineer, Materials Engineer.
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
- bachelor degree from a recognised English-speaking country
- IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
- other evidence of English language proficiency (learn more about other ways to satisfy the requirements.)
Learn more about Deakin courses and how we compare to other universities when it comes to the quality of our teaching and learning.
Not sure if you can get into Deakin postgraduate study? Postgraduate study doesn’t have to be a balancing act; we provide flexible course entry and exit options based on your desired career outcomes and the time you are able to commit to your study.
Recognition of prior learning
If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for Recognition of prior learning. You will need to provide a certified copy of your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your Recognition of prior learning.
Your Recognition of prior learning is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.
You can also refer to the recognition of prior learning (RPL) system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
Fees and scholarships
Fee information
Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place
$46,400 for 1 yr full-time AUD
Learn more about fees and your options for paying.
The 'Estimated tuition fee' is provided as a guide only and represents the typical first-year tuition fees for students enrolled in this course. The cost will vary depending on the units you choose, your study load, the length of your course and any approved Recognition of prior learning you have.
One year full-time study load is typically represented by eight credit points of study. Each unit you enrol in has a credit point value. The 'Estimated tuition fee' is calculated by adding together eight credit points of a typical combination of units for your course.
You can find the credit point value of each unit under the Unit Description by searching for the unit in the handbook. Learn more about fees and available payment options.
Scholarship options
Deakin scholarships recognise your hard work and achievements. Our support can ease the financial pressure of studying in Australia so you stay focused on your success. Numbers are limited, so apply early for the best chance.
Postgraduate bursary
We love welcoming Deakin alumni back to continue their journey with us. If you're starting a postgraduate award course, you may be eligible for a 10% discount on your enrolment fees, applied per unit. It's our way of supporting your next step.
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Applications can be made directly to the University through StudyLink Connect - Deakin University's International Student Application Service.
We recommend engaging with a Deakin Authorised Agent who can assist you with the process and submit the application.
Need more information on how to apply?
For information on the application process, including required documents and important dates, see the How to apply webpage.
If you need assistance, please contact us.
Pathways
Alternate exits
- Graduate Certificate of Engineering Management (S587)
Career outcomes
Engineering lies at the core of innovation, influencing every aspect of modern life. Engineering professional roles are projected to grow to by 19.6% by 2034, creating 40,900 new jobs across Australia*. Analytical thinking and leadership also feature in the top three fastest-growing core skills globally, according to the World Economic Forum’s ‘Future of Jobs Report 2025’.
As leaders of change, engineering managers combine both technical expertise and strategic leadership to make a lasting impact. Your ability to manage projects, lead diverse teams, and apply critical thinking and engineering judgment will empower you to tackle challenges and unlock opportunities in the areas of manufacturing, construction, technology, energy, healthcare, and consulting.
This degree provides a solid grounding for career advancement, helping you confidently step into leadership positions and inspire solutions that shape industries, foster progress, and benefit society.
*Jobs and Skills Australia, National Employment Projections 2024 to 2034.
Deakin's graduate learning outcomes describe the knowledge and capabilities graduates can demonstrate at the completion of their course. These outcomes mean that regardless of the Deakin course you undertake, you can rest assured your degree will teach you the skills and professional attributes that employers value. They'll set you up to learn and work effectively in the future.
| Course Learning Outcomes | |
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Apply knowledge of engineering principles and techniques, and use research, project design and management skills and approaches to systematically investigate, interpret, analyse and generate solutions for complex problems and issues. Manage engineering solutions, projects and programs, and ensure reliable functioning of all materials, components, sub-systems and technologies as well as all interactions between the technical system and the context within which it functions to form a complete, sustainable and self- consistent system that optimises social, environmental and economic outcomes over its full lifetime. Advocate engineering ideas and make engineering decisions from conception through to implementation by properly evaluating and integrating technical and non-technical considerations as desirable outcomes of engineering projects and practice. |
| Communication | Prepare high quality documents including project plans, budget reports and present information including in a variety of oral, written and/or visual forms appropriate to the context, in a professional manner. Use reasoning skills to critically and fairly analyse the viewpoints of stakeholders and specialists, and consult in a professional manner when presenting an engineering or management viewpoint, arguments, justifications or solutions to engage technical and non-technical audience in discussions, debate and negotiations. |
| Digital literacy | Use a wide range of digital tools and techniques to locate, critically assess information and methodically and systematically differentiate between assertion, opinion and evidence for engineering decision- making. Demonstrate the ability to independently and systematically locate and share information, standards and regulations that pertain engineering work. |
| Critical thinking | Identify, discern, and characterise salient issues, determine and analyse causes and effects, justify and apply appropriate assumptions, predict performance and behaviour, conceptualise engineering and management approaches to synthesise solution strategies for complex technical and non-technical engineering problems and evaluate outcomes achieved. |
| Problem solving | Apply knowledge of engineering skills and techniques to identify and define complex problems in a variety of contexts. Evaluate and use specialist engineering methods to identify potential solutions to independently and collaboratively resolve complex, real-world problems and realise solutions. Demonstrate innovative and creative approaches and solutions to engineering problems that are constrained by local, national, global and contemporary issues and show capacity for planning, designing, executing and managing a range of engineering projects. |
| Self-management | Evaluate own knowledge and skills, professionalism and ethical development using frameworks of reflection and take responsibility for learning and performance. Work responsibly and safely in engineering environments to demonstrate professionalism. |
| Teamwork | Undertake various team roles, work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and utilise effective teamwork skills in order to achieve team objectives. Apply interpersonal skills to interact and collaborate to enhance and optimise engineering outcomes through shared knowledge and creative capacity. |
| Global citizenship | Engage with global traditions and current trends in engineering practice in order to appreciate diversity, seek equity in outcomes and adopt ethical and professional standards to evaluate engineering impacts in the society. |
*Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our University rankings page.
