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Deakin University

Burwood, Melbourne , Victoria ,Australia

Master of Engineering Management

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.

Campus Information

Melbourne Burwood

The Melbourne Burwood Campus is Deakin’s largest. A short trip from Melbourne’s central business district, Burwood offers the perfect balance between city lifestyle and suburban comfort. On campus you will find impressive buildings and world-class facilities, a wide range of learning and social spaces, and a relaxed atmosphere. If you enjoy getting outdoors between classes, the Melbourne Burwood Campus also sits alongside parkland, which is great for walking, jogging and cycling.

Intakes

  • March Deadline: Feb
  • July
  • Nov

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Application Process

Application Outcome
7 Days
Visa Application outcome
35 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

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.

PSW Opportunity

Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.

  • Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
  • Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
  • Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
  • The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants

Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:

  • Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
  • Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
  • Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
  • PhD students can stay upto 4 years

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

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.

 

 

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