Thinking about doing a Master's
Thinking about doing a Master's
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Good day,
Well im 24 and graduated with my BSc in Mechanical Engineering in 2008. I've been working since then and now I'm looking at doing a Masters. I'm looking at doing it in Canada but I noticed most of the degrees they offer is an MEng or MSc on Mechanical Engineering. I was thinking to do the MEng, however, I noticed that it's very technical and most of them don't present themselves with any management type courses. What I want to know, is if you do the MEng, even though it may not have much or anything to do with management, would employers still consider you for a managerial position? I mean yes your pay should increase as your technical knowledge does, but would they consider you for that managerial type position? Or do you absolutely require a degree in Engineering Management or even an MBA for that reason.
Thanks
Well im 24 and graduated with my BSc in Mechanical Engineering in 2008. I've been working since then and now I'm looking at doing a Masters. I'm looking at doing it in Canada but I noticed most of the degrees they offer is an MEng or MSc on Mechanical Engineering. I was thinking to do the MEng, however, I noticed that it's very technical and most of them don't present themselves with any management type courses. What I want to know, is if you do the MEng, even though it may not have much or anything to do with management, would employers still consider you for a managerial position? I mean yes your pay should increase as your technical knowledge does, but would they consider you for that managerial type position? Or do you absolutely require a degree in Engineering Management or even an MBA for that reason.
Thanks





RE: Thinking about doing a Master's
If your goal is to be a manager and you're not sure about the MEng degree, why not go for an MBA?
But, having only a BSc is suffice to be a manger if you are good enough to be promoted to management.
Either way, you can benefit getting either master degree, can't hurt.
Chris
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RE: Thinking about doing a Master's
But as you said, either degree can't hurt I guess
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You seem you want the education and experience, this will make you a better manager. Work on being a very good engineer and employee, the management position will come your way eventually.
Good luck!
Chris
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RE: Thinking about doing a Master's
Draw your own conclusion.
There have been threads on here before, including some that addressed some type of masters that was engineering based but with a management flavor or something like that, can't remember the details but try searching and see what you can find.
What is Engineering anyway: FAQ1088-1484: In layman terms, what is "engineering"?
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I just finished my masters, and like others have hinted at, it seems to become irrelevant after a few years of working. Even with a masters, there's still alot to learn on the practical side of engineering. I think the biggest benefit would be that it could open up more job opportunities (there are many structural firms that won't hire an engineer out of school without a masters).
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Don't forget, research is the only way we have to beget new knowledge.
Fe
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-Kirby
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I am staying nothing new just seconding others notions.
The engineering manager at my job does not even have a HS diploma. He just has tons of experience.
There is only one Masters... and I am not sure it is helping him at PM.
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The only thing an MEng will get you from a business perspective is a pat on the back and maybe someone will buy you a coffee. It is not as valuable as a M.Sc.
The M.Eng is not even comparible to an MBA in regards to moving up through a companies managment system. However, it is usually more difficult to get an engineering company to pay for your MBA as opposed to an MEng.
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The courses should be at least as difficult as you undergrad courses. If not, then the university (or your perspective) is really off the rocker...
Don't get me wrong, I am not promoting MEng's.
Fe
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The signatories to the Washington and other accords have signed off on the academic standards required.
There are plenty of management positions in engineering. Sadly too many are filled by people who did not complete their technical training. I don't mean BSC either. You need to spend ten years at least doing the engineering before you can contemplate managing others or you will just not command the respect you deserve as a boss.
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What is Engineering anyway: FAQ1088-1484: In layman terms, what is "engineering"?
RE: Thinking about doing a Master's
RE: Thinking about doing a Master's
What is Engineering anyway: FAQ1088-1484: In layman terms, what is "engineering"?