Engineering Management (EM) vs MBA? That is a question I have talked about a lot in the last few years. I have both a masters in engineering and an MBA. And since joining the university, I have been running an engineering management program (Information Engineering and Management or IEM). So I have seen them all up close and personal. I have the conversation almost daily with engineers and technology leaders who are looking to grow through higher education and considering both the MBA and the Engineering Management paths. Should I Get a Masters in Engineering Management or MBA (Podcast Outline) Things to consider before making the decision The company I work for or want to work for - culture Knowing where you want to go Define your goal Management strictly and get out of technology Move into technical management MBA Programs - Not all the same Course work similar but varieties Economics. Accounting. Entrepreneurship. Marketing. Strategy. Project Management. Organizational development. Connections to industry highly variable Some pure academic Some talk about the industry with little true connections Some highly connected Engineering Management Program - Not all the same Course work variations Statistics Systems engineering Project Management. Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Leadership and strategy. Communications. Technical paths. Connections to industry Often less than in the MBA. Look behind the scenes and ask questions. How to evaluate What is your goal? Move into technology leadership. Pure academic vs applied. Just get a degree. Look at faculty What industry backgrounds do they have? Have they ever practiced what they teach? Is experience required If you want to grow your network - go for programs that require experience Many programs geared to recent graduates What are the income projections? Other Considerations Does the EM talk more your language Does this EM help you move from tech doer to tech leader About IEM Real-world Real faculty Client-focused vs curriculum-focused Coaching The $30k challenge Click here to listen now.Shout out: Very BeneficialJashaw175★★★★★"The information Dale presents has been very beneficial in my job/career search. I recommend Dale's website and podcast to everyone. The benefits from his knowledge and expertise are without compare." Subscribe & Review in iTunesAre you subscribed to my Company of One? If you’re not, I encourage you to do that today so you don’t miss an episode. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!If you like what you hear, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast. I also love reading them and connecting with you. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you!Links mentioned in this episode: Master of Engineering Management in Information Engineering and Management Master of Engineering or MBA?Dale Callahan, Ph.D.Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 prompts to find your next move Book a Next Step Strategy SessionDirector of Engineering Management @ UAB (205) 790-8447 dalecallahan.com LinkedIn

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