Master’s in Engineering Management – Operations Excellence Online Combine Engineering Insight with Operational Strategy and Leadership

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

In today’s competitive landscape, organizations across industries are seeking professionals who can bridge the gap between technical knowledge and strategic leadership. Liberty University’s online Master of Science (MS) in Engineering Management – Operations Excellence is designed to help engineering professionals like you build the management and decision-making skills needed to lead improvement initiatives, streamline processes, and foster a culture of continuous performance growth.

This degree offers advanced training in systems thinking, operational strategy, quality management, and innovation leadership. You’ll examine how to apply engineering principles to real-world business challenges – all while studying the tools to guide organizational change and promote efficient, value-driven operations. Whether you’re already working in engineering or planning to transition into a leadership role, this program can help you take the next step in your professional development.

Liberty University is committed to providing a flexible, values-based education that supports your personal and professional goals. With no set login times and 8-week courses, you can complete your degree on your schedule – and train to lead with clarity, integrity, and purpose.


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What Sets Us Apart?

  • Private Nonprofit University
  • 600+ Online Degrees
  • No Standardized Testing for Admission
  • Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
  • Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree

At Liberty, we understand that operational excellence is more than just a buzzword – it’s a mindset and a measurable strategy for improving productivity, efficiency, and long-term value. That’s why our online master’s degree in engineering management integrates both theoretical and practical knowledge, helping prepare you to lead teams, analyze performance, and manage change with confidence.

Throughout the program, you’ll explore how to foster innovation, apply data-informed decision-making, and design streamlined workflows that align with strategic objectives. You’ll also examine how engineering management intersects with leadership, risk analysis, legal frameworks, and organizational planning.

Liberty’s program is taught by experienced faculty who are committed to academic excellence and real-world application. Additionally, you can benefit from a curriculum rooted in ethical principles – helping you approach problem-solving and team leadership from a values-driven perspective that reflects Liberty’s Christian mission.


The operations excellence specialization within this program is designed to prepare professionals to systematically improve organizational performance. Through Liberty’s online coursework, you can gain a deeper understanding of how to drive continuous improvement, manage innovation, and create sustainable value in engineering-focused environments.

Some of the topics you’ll explore include:

  • Engineering law and operations management
  • Organizational change and innovation leadership
  • Performance measurement and decision analysis
  • Quality and risk management practices
  • Strategic planning and systems engineering

The curriculum blends business insight with technical skill – helping you think critically about operations while developing the management capabilities needed to lead cross-functional teams.

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At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.

Graduate Full Time $580/Credit
Graduate Part Time $645/Credit
Military Graduate $290/Credit

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.


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Military

Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.

Who May Qualify?

  • Active Duty
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/Retirees
  • Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
  • Current Department of Defense Employees

Available Benefits:

  • Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder*
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

*Not applicable to certificates.

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.