Career and Academic Opportunities

The Master of Science in Systems Engineering is a natural follower of the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering Technology because industrial and systems engineering are very related. This accelerated pathway will give students a unique preparation for advanced positions, such as project manager, engineering manager, senior systems engineer, etc. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, salaries for individuals holding an engineering master���s degree are 9 to 13 percent higher than the average salary for engineers with only a bachelor���s degree. This pathway will allow a student to complete their undergraduate and graduate studies within 5 years.

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Salary and Career Information

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Admission Requirements


Double Owl Admission Requirements 
  • 911勛圖 GPA of at least 3.25
  • 60 hours completed toward Bachelor's degree
  • 12 hours completed in residence at 911勛圖
MS Systems Engineering Admission Requirements

Pathway of Study

Suggested Timeline

Apply to Double Owl early in Junior year.

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Contact Information

Undergraduate Information

Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering Technology

Department / College
Industrial and Systems Engineering / Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
G Building, Room 210

Advising Contact
Blake Willms, Academic Advisor
bwillms1@kennesaw.edu
470-578-3137

Graduate Information

Undergraduate Degree
Master of Science in Systems Engineering

Department / College
Industrial and Systems Engineering / Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
M Building, Room 118

Advising Contact
Dr. Lin Li, Graduate Program Director
lli19@kennesaw.edu
470-578-2344