Master of Engineering Management

Torrens University Australia

CRICOS Institution Code 03389E

Duration

104 weeks

Delivery

Online, On campus, Blended

Study Load

Each subject requires approximately 10 hours of study per week (classes plus self-directed study), per the official course page.

Intakes

14 Sep 2026, 15 Feb 2027

Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Engineering Management enhances management, innovation and sustainability practices, with a focus on effective engineering management in technical organisations. The course develops students' cognitive, technical and creative skills so they can solve problems, manage risks and develop strategies in an organisational context, drawing on Torrens University's extensive network of industry partners to prepare graduates for leadership roles. The program is structured around 10 core subjects and six elective subjects, allowing students to tailor their qualification to their career goals while building understanding of engineering management concepts.

Learning outcomes include critically analysing and evaluating data to support complex decision making, applying effective engineering management practices within technical organisations, and using people skills to manage individuals and groups from different backgrounds. The course is delivered by a member of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) and the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), reflecting a commitment to high-quality, responsible management education. It is offered online, on campus and in blended mode at Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, over two years full time or four years part time, at AQF Level 9.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Brisbane

90 Bowen Terrace, Fortitude Valley, Queensland (QLD) 4006

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

Successful completion of an undergraduate engineering or technology-based degree (such as Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, and Software Engineering; Computer Sciences, IT, IS, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology; or degrees in Basic and/or Applied Sciences), or equivalent OR
Applicants without formal qualifications are eligible to apply if they have seven (7) years of professional, administrative or managerial work experience in an engineering or technical organisation (applications assessed on a case-by-case basis)

International students:

Successful completion of an undergraduate engineering or technology-based degree, or equivalent AND
Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent OR
Alternative entry requirements may be available, which may include assessment and approval of prior study or successful completion of a readiness assessment (contact the International Admissions team for more information)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Potential employment opportunities may include, but are not limited to, the following roles within organisations across various industries:

Potential career paths include:

Technology Advisor — average salary $97,091-$148,896
Chief Technology Officer — average salary $158,601-$246,590
Operations Manager — average salary $100,043-$154,873
Product Development Manager — average salary $115,836-$170,330

Salaries sourced from au.talent.com/salary and payscale.com (AUD, current as of April 2025).

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Engineers Australia (EA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Engineers Australia

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units11 units

MGT501

Business Environment

This subject introduces you to the foundations of business. It is focused on providing fundamental business…

MGT502

Business Communications

This subject introduces you to the concepts of business communications and transferrable academic skills…

PROJ6000

Principles of Project Management

This subject introduces you to the practice of contemporary project management and its relevance in…

FIN600

Financial Management

This subject is focused on how company managers/leaders make decisions relating to obtaining finance…

MGT600

Management, People and Teams

This subject introduces you to how organisational behaviour, politics, dynamics and environments impact…

MEM601

Engineering Sustainability

Engineering Sustainability equips postgraduate students to lead practical, evidence-based sustainability…

MEM602

Engineering Risk Management

Engineering Risk Management develops the capability to make defensible engineering decisions when under…

MGT607

Innovation Creativity and Entrepreneurship

In this subject, you will learn to tell the difference between what makes an idea great and what makes…

MEM603

Engineering Strategy

Engineering strategy turns technical expertise into a competitive organisational advantage. In this…

MEM604

Engineering Management Capstone

The Engineering Management Capstone is where to find how can a single powerful idea, when guided by…

Electives (choose 2 in Year 1, 4 in Year 2)

Students select six electives (2 in year one, 4 in year two) from a wide elective pool spanning business, technology and other faculties. List is non-exhaustive here — see the official course page for current offerings.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there scholarships available for international students enrolling in the Master of Engineering Management?

Yes, Torrens University Australia offers a range of scholarships for international students, including the Motivational Scholarship (up to 25% off tuition), the Motivational Scholarship for Trimester 1 Accelerated intake (30% off), and the PEPEA Scholarship (50% off). These are available to new postgraduate students across all faculties on a rolling per-intake basis and apply for the entire duration of the course.

Is there a scholarship available if I am studying online from outside Australia?

Yes, Torrens University Australia offers an Offshore Online Scholarship that provides up to 30% off tuition fees for new international students studying online and residing outside Australia, available across undergraduate and postgraduate courses in all faculties.

Can I receive a scholarship if I am coming from a partner or pathway institution?

Yes, students from recognised partner institutions and pathway programs may be eligible for exclusive tuition reductions. For example, the Ironwood Pathway scholarship offers 20% off and the Pearl Pathway scholarship offers 30% off for new postgraduate students, both on a rolling per-intake deadline and for the entire course duration.

Do scholarships at Torrens University cover the full duration of the Master of Engineering Management?

Yes, the scholarships listed by Torrens University Australia, including the Motivational, PEPEA, and pathway scholarships, are noted to apply for the entire course duration, not just a single trimester or year.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$72,000 – $95,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$95,000 – $130,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$130,000 – $165,000/yr

Career Paths

Graduate Construction Manager
Site Manager
Project Manager
Construction Project Manager
Contracts Administrator

Key Skills

Construction project planning and scheduling (including Gantt charts and critical path method)
Cost estimation, budgeting, and quantity take-off
Contract administration and procurement management
Reading, interpreting, and producing construction drawings and specifications
Work Health and Safety (WHS) compliance and site safety management

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