School Details
Situated on an 80 acre campus in the historic town of Worcester, Massachusetts, Worcester Polytechnic Institute is one of a small group of Polytechnic universities in the country, dedicated to educating students in the fields of engineering, science management and humanities. Founded in 1865, shortly after the end of the civil war, WPI was founded at a time when America was approaching a period of industrial and technological growth. WPI’s founders desired to develop a university that could develop a new class of engineering, scientific and entrepreneurial professionals.
WPI offers bachelor’s, master’s, certificates, and doctoral degrees.
Many certificates and master’s degrees are available in fully online formats through the department of Online Graduate Programs. The online programs are designed to offer working professionals another path to earning a master’s degree or graduate certificate from WPI. WPI’s flexible and convenient online programs deliver the same world-class education that on-campus students receive and can help students reach their career goals.
Accreditation & Licensing
Worcester Polytechnic Institute is accredited by:
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
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Business
The online Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management program is designed to give engineers a graduate-level introduction into managing complex construction projects at every stage, from resource planning to risk mitigation and reporting. The curriculum allows students to focus their studies in areas like cost estimating procedures, building information modeling, and negotiations and conflict resolution. Courses are very flexible and allow students to choose their courses based on each student’s goals, background, and interests.
Prepare for a career as a supply chain analyst with this Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Analytics. This online operations management degree teaches analytical tools and decision-making frameworks. Gain quantitative, analytical, communication, and project management skills that will help you to synchronize the flow of products, information, and funds as products move around the world. Complete such courses as:
- Risk Management and Decision Analysis
- Optimization Methods for Business Analytics
- Data Mining Business Applications
This certificate prepares students for the Association of Supply Chain Management Certified Chain Professional and Certified Production and Inventory Management exams.
This online operations management degree is designed for working adults, allowing students to study when and where it is convenient without interrupting their careers. Enjoy the flexibility of online learning while completing the same certificate as students on-campus.
Prepare for a career in supply chain management with this Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Essentials. This online operations management degree teaches students to design and manage an effective supply chain and to apply project management techniques. Learn to improve operational efficiencies of supply chain initiatives, to apply supply chain analytics, and to mitigate supply chain risk. Complete such courses as:
- Designing Operations for Competitive Advantage
- Supply Chain Analysis and Design
- Global Purchasing and Logistics
- Sustainable Supply Chain and Operations Management
This certificate prepares students for the Association of Supply Chain Management Certified Chain Professional and Certified Production and Inventory Management exams.
This online operations management degree is designed for working adults, allowing students to study when and where it is convenient without interrupting their careers. Enjoy the flexibility of online learning while completing the same certificate as students on-campus.
Learn to lead effectively in the business world through the Master of Business Administration online degree. The customizable curriculum offers a project-based approach to learning and allows students to choose up to two areas of specialization from 20 choices. Specialization options include:
- Digital Transformation
- Entrepreneurship
- Operations Excellence
- Information System Design
- Supply Chain Management
Students also complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing as they complete an interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program that combines technical and business disciplines. Complete coursework that includes discussion boards, simulations, and other interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. This online business administration degree features innovative research and evidence-based problem solving.
Prepare for a career that uses data science to help businesses. This online master’s degree in business analytics dives deep into data analysis to analyze business information that will help an organization be more responsive and accurate in decision-making. Learn to use such tools as:
- Predictive modeling
- Machine learning algorithms
- Deep learning
- Business process automation
- Enhanced visualization
All students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Help make business processes more intelligent and efficient with this business analytics master’s degree online. With this specialization students learn to use data and the insight gained from data analysis to enhance a business process. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Data Management for Analytics
- Business Intelligence
- Business Applications in Machine Learning
- Optimization for Business Analytics
- Introduction to Data Science
In addition to learning to problem-solve using data, students complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing. You have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Take your business career and leadership skills to the next level with this MBA with a specialization in Brands, Products & Consumers. This online marketing degree features a project-based approach to learning. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Consumer Behavior and Analytics
- Marketing Research
- Digital Marketing
- Data Mining Business Applications
- Brand and Product Management
All students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and more, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Prepare for a career that uses data to help an organization solve problems that are unique to that business with this business analytics master’s degree online. Learn to use reporting or financial analysis tools, data visualization tools, and data mining to improve a business’s weak areas or to increase value in a specific business process. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Data Management for Analytics
- Business Intelligence
- Modeling and Optimizing Processes
All students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Prepare for a business degree that uses data to improve an organization’s efficiencies and develop strategies for new business opportunities. This online master’s degree in business analytics teaches the process of analyzing and categorizing data and then interpreting these results. Learn to use sophisticated analytics tools like Python and Tableau in a program that utilizes a project-based approach to learning. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Business Applications in Machine Learning
- Digital Marketing
- Data Mining Business Applications
In addition to learning to problem-solve using data, students complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing. You have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Learn how to help organizations stay current by strategically adopting beneficial technologies in this online management information systems degree. Students will learn how to use various tools, solutions, and processes to adopt digital technologies that are more efficient, productive, and that offer a better experience for the customer and employee. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Innovating with Information Systems
- Supply Chain Analysis and Design
- Change Management
All students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Take your business career to the next level, preparing to own your own business or to work with a small business with this master’s degree in entrepreneurship online. The curriculum features a project-based approach to learning. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Technology Commercialization: Theory, Strategy, and Practice
- Selling and Sales
All students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Prepare for a career that bridges the knowledge gap between business users and technologists with the online management information systems degree. Learn ways to design business processes and systems that are efficient, user friendly, and attractive. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Database Applications Design and Development
- Information Security Management
- User Experience Design
All students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Prepare for a career in business and technology with this online master’s degree in information technology management. Learn to use computers to create, process, store, retrieve, and exchange electronic data and information. Courses in this online information technology degree likely include:
- Data Management for Analytics
- Policy & Strategy for IT and Analytics
- Business Intelligence
In addition, all MBA program students will complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Help your organization grow with this digital marketing master’s degree online. Learn to track and report on business performance data, diagnostic metrics, and more in order to help an organization determine how effective various aspects of their marketing program is and ways to improve it. Courses in this online marketing degree likely include:
- Consumer Behavior and Analytics
- Digital Marketing
- Data Mining Business Applications
In addition, all MBA students complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and more, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Learn how to use data analysis and business intelligence to improve your organization’s daily operations with this online operations management degree. Improve both customer satisfaction and the business’s bottom line by improving efficiency and streamlining everyday operations. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Operations Management
- Risk Management and Decision Analysis
- Supply Chain Analysis and Design
In addition, all MBA students complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and more, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Help your organization execute their business strategy more consistently and reliably than the competition with this online operations management degree. Help lower operational risk and operating costs and increase revenues relative to the competition. Learn to use such methodologies as:
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Kaizen
- Hoshin Planning
- Balanced Scorecard
In addition, all MBA students complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and more, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Learn how to manage new ideas, from ideation to taking action and making them a reality with this online entrepreneurship degree. Generate innovative ideas that will help you achieve your business vision and handle problems as they arise, evaluate these ideas to see if they fit your needs, and then decide which ideas will be executed to maximize time and resources. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Technology Commercialization: Theory, Strategy, and Practice
- Financial Management
- Project Management
In addition, all MBA students complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and more, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Become a leader with this MBA with a specialization in Project Management degree online. Learn the tools, techniques, and approaches that will ensure a project meets its goals and deadlines. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Teaming and Organizing for Innovation
- Negotiations
- Managing Creativity in Knowledge Intensive Organizations
All students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Ensure products and other goods are delivered efficiently and smoothly with this MBA with a specialization in Supply Chain Management. This online operations management degree features a project-based approach to learning with courses that likely include:
- Global Purchasing and Logistics
- Consumer Behavior and Analytics
- Sustainable Supply Chain and Operations Management
In addition to specialization courses, all students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to help organizations make informed decisions with the Master of Science in Business Analytics degree online. Organizational leaders depend on relevant and current data to make these decisions and need the support of employees who understand business needs and technology-driven platforms. This curriculum provides a solid foundation in business analytics with applications in various areas of business, ensuring graduates are successful in a data-driven, technological environment.
Courses teach advanced methods in machine learning, market research, operations modeling, and optimization analysis while also developing the leadership skills needed to manage teams and oversee projects. Learn to work with the same software and applications used in business environments, including:
- Tableau
- Microsoft Power BI
- SPSS
- NVivo
- Qualtrics
The online MS in Construction Project Management degree program from Worcester Polytechnic Institute prepares students to manage complex construction projects at every stage, from resource planning to risk mitigation and reporting. The curriculum is highly customizable, allowing students to explore a wide range of topics including:
- Sustainable Construction Practices
- Fire Protection
- Supply Chain Management
- Building Information Modeling
- Systems Thinking
Supply chain management has always been an important part of an organization and the Covid-19 pandemic has prioritized this field even farther. Learn to help your company implement modern technologies and shift operational priorities with this master’s in logistics and operations management online.
The curriculum teaches you to manage goods and meet demands for products and services on a global level using data, analytics, and cutting-edge technologies. There are three foundational areas of study:
- Operations Management which focuses on optimizing internal processes
- Supply Chain which involves the support of end-to-end delivery of goods and services
- Operations Analytics which covers decision-making methods
Choose specialties in two of these three areas as you prepare for success in a data-driven, technological business environment.
Computer Science & IT
Ensure consumers are able to drive innovation with the Master of Business Administration online degree with a specialization in Innovation With User Experience. This online computer engineering program curriculum features a project-based approach to learning. Courses are built around an IUX core and likely include:
- UX Applications
- UX Design
- UX Methods
In addition to these key courses, all students in the MBA program complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Learn how to ensure users and customers of an organization experience the outcomes you desire with this information technology online degree. The curriculum features a project-based approach to learning. Courses in this specialization likely include:
- Consumer Behavior and Analytics
- User Experience Applications
- User Experience Research Methods
In addition, all MBA students complete core business foundation courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and more, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Help your company create competitive products and services with this online computer engineering program. Learn to develop and integrate computer systems that will meet your organization’s goals. Courses in this specialization may include:
- Design of Interactive Experiences
- Innovating with Information Systems
- Synergy of Human and Robot Systems
In addition to the key courses, all students in the Master of Business Administration online degree complete courses in such topics as finance, human resources, management, and marketing, and have the option of completing a second area of specialization. Coursework in this interdisciplinary, purpose-driven program includes discussion boards and interactive elements, all taught by experienced leaders who act as mentors. Graduates will have completed real-life simulations, gaining experience before leaving their safety net behind.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
The online Graduate Certificate in Fire Protection Engineering program from Worcester Polytechnic Institute is designed to put students at the forefront of fire protection innovation and research through courses in areas such as:
- Industrial Applications
- Hazard & Risk Assessment
- Facility & Building Design
- Advanced Protection Systems
- Fire Protection Management
The demand for professionals trained in fire protection engineering has surged recently, driven by an increased focus on safety standards and regulations across various industries. With the evolution of technology and the growing complexity of infrastructure, the need for individuals equipped to design, implement, and manage fire protection systems has become paramount. Recognizing this demand, the online Master of Science in Fire Protection Engineering provides students with a convenient and flexible pathway to a rewarding career in this critical field.
Courses include, but are not limited to:
- Explosion Protection
- Combustion
- Failure Analysis
The online Master of Science in Fire Protection Engineering offers a flexible, accessible, and industry-relevant educational pathway for individuals seeking to advance their careers in this dynamic field. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills and fostering a collaborative learning environment, this online program empowers students to become effective problem solvers and innovators in fire protection and safety engineering. As the demand for qualified professionals continues to grow, investing in advanced education in fire protection engineering can ignite exciting career opportunities and make a meaningful impact on global safety standards.
Engineering
The online Advanced Graduate Certificate in Systems Engineering program from Worcester Polytechnic Institute provides master’s degree holders with an opportunity to advance their studies in topics in which they hold their graduate degree or that are closely related to their graduate field. Courses are selected by an academic advisor to tailor the program to suit the student’s personal interests and professional goals. Examples of course topics include:
- Systems optimization
- Applied statistics
- Design and analysis of experiments
- Project management
- Software systems design
You can join a cohort of other working professionals looking to advance their careers with the Doctor of Philosophy in Systems Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online systems engineering graduate program enhances student engagement and encourages professional development.
Through the online systems engineering doctoral program, you participate in required research seminars via a virtual classroom for ready interaction. Faculty encourage students to submit presentations and papers to enrich their credentials.
You can train to work in the life sciences industry with the Graduate Certificate in Biomanufacturing from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online manufacturing engineering graduate program imparts business and advanced technical skills for leadership or laboratory positions with studies in such topics as:
- Fermentation
- Protein purification
- Upstream processing
- Animal cell culture
Through the online manufacturing engineering graduate certificate program, you can also learn about biovisualization, gene expression, biochemical engineering, or cell cycle regulations. Credits can be applied to an MS in Bioscience Managment or Biotechnology, for those who wish to pursue a graduate degree.
You can take the first step in gaining advanced knowledge with the Graduate Certificate in Electrical & Computer Engineering from Worcester Polytechnical Institute. The online electrical engineering graduate program boosts your knowledge, career, and salary with a minimal investment of your time and money.
Through the online electrical engineering graduate certificate program, you gain connections with the faculty and fellow students. You can customize your course of study and opt for courses in such areas as:
- Computer architecture
- Digital signal processing
- Analog circuits and intuitive design
- Advanced computer and communications networks
You can gain professional skills to advance your career with the Graduate Certificate in Fundamentals of Systems Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online systems engineering graduate program covers such lessons as:
- Project management
- Systems architecture and design
- Risk management and decision-making
- Systems integration, verification, and validation
Through the online systems engineering graduate certificate program, you learn to integrate the primary phases of systems engineering efforts for increased efficieny. Your online studies maximize your time and money to provide credentials to advance your career.
You can help manifest ideas into practical, cost-effective use with the Graduate Certificate in Manufacturing Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online manufacturing engineering graduate program has such outcomes as:
- Enacting safer, greener, more sustainable practices
- Learning materials processing
- Knowledge to meet industry standards
- Ability to push the boundaries of design, manufacturing, analysis, and business
Through the online manufacturing engineering graduate certificate program, the focus lies on sustainability in manufacturing processes. Your online studies provide flexibility and convenience, so you don’t have to pause your career to further your education.
The online Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering for Technical Leaders program from Worcester Polytechnic Institute focuses on holistic development: a combination of the technical skills that create innovation solutions, and the managerial skills that bring these solutions to bear. This program is designed to equip professionals with skills to:
- Lead technical teams
- Make sound business decisions
- Manage complex projects from beginning to end
You can gain expertise in power-specific education with the Graduate Certificate in Power Systems Engineering / Protection & Control from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online electrical engineering graduate program offers studies in such areas as:
- Analysis
- Protective relaying
- Power system dynamics
- Transients in power systems
Through the online electrical engineering graduate certificate program, you learn to design power delivery networks and analyze transient and steady-state power flows. Upon completion, you have an outstanding balance of practical and theoretical applications for power systems.
You can benefit from Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s partnership with the Energy Providers Coalition for Education to gain a relevant education with the Graduate Certificate in Power Systems Management. The online electrical engineering graduate program imparts such skills as:
- Leading projects
- Designing power delivery networks
- Evaluating design alternatives
- Understanding group dynamics for empowered leadership
Through the online electrical engineering graduate certificate program, you will experience the institutional agility of the school to impart in-demand knowledge and skills that you can use to build a successful career. Besides learning technical skills, the program provides professional development in teamwork and management aptitudes.
You can learn to design power delivery networks with the Graduate Certificate in Renewable & Distributed Power Systems from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online electrical engineering graduate program delves into such subjects as:
- Power distribution
- Protective relaying
- Power system analysis
- Transients in power systems
Through the online electrical engineering graduate certificate program, you increase your competency in key disciplines of power systems. With a minimal commitment of your time and energy, this certification can lead to increased responsibilities, empowering your work credibility.
You can learn from one of the educational pioneers in this field with a Graduate Certificate in Robotics Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online manufacturing engineering graduate program provides expertise in robotics to advance your career with coursework in such subjects as:
- Robot control
- Robot dynamics
- Foundations of robotics
- Concepts of systems engineering
Through the online manufacturing engineering graduate certificate program, you can choose an elective from related engineering fields such as systems, mechanical, and computer engineering or computer science. Credits can be transferred to the MS in Robotics for those who want to deepen their credentials with a degree program.
The online Graduate Certificate in Systems Engineering program provides foundational information in the systems engineering field while enabling students to focus on topics of specific industry sector interest. The curriculum prepares students to better design and implement complex cyber-physical systems, make better decisions in uncertain situations, and approach solutions to complex problems with systems thinking perspectives. This flexible program has only one required course, Concepts of Systems Engineering, and allows students to choose the other courses based on their interests and goals.
You can prepare to work in electric utilities with the Master of Engineering in Power Systems Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online general engineering master’s program allows experienced engineers to reshape their futures with studies in such topics as:
- Analysis
- Rotating machinery
- Protection and controls
- Transmission and distribution systems
Through the online general engineering graduate program, you study analytical and practical subjects through technical courses. Graduates understand power system operations and electro-mechanical energy conversion, along with gaining management skills.
You can achieve a graduate degree with the considerable flexibility and abundant support offered with the Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online aerospace engineering master’s program lends expertise in fluid dynamics as well as such topics as:
- Propulsion and energy
- Materials and structures
- Flight dynamics and controls
Through the online aerospace engineering graduate program, you gain technical skills and a deep understanding of technical concepts. Graduates find success in industry, research and development, and laboratory settings.
You can train to innovate in technology with the Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online electrical engineering master’s program allows you to opt for a broad education or to focus on a technical area such as:
- Analog / RF design
- Computer engineering
- Networks
- Signals, systems, and communications
Through the online electrical engineering graduate program, you might train to improve wireless systems, innovate in green power, or produce better computing networks. Graduates enjoy success in a wide range of industries.
You can become a global steward with the Master of Science in Environmental Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online environmental engineering master’s program emphasizes emerging research and contemporary topics such as:
- Water flow
- Resource management
- Contaminant transport
- Pollution prevention
Through the online environmental engineering graduate program, you can opt for a thesis to explore research topics. Graduates have found success working for such companies as HDR, AECOM, GEI Consultants, Greeley-Hansen, and others.
You can train to enact greener, safer, and more sustainable approaches to production with the Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online manufacturing engineering graduate program leads to practical, cost-effective methods through courses on such subjects as:
- Control systems
- Financial processes
- Materials engineering
- Statistics and quality assurance
Through the online manufacturing engineering master’s program, you learn from faculty leaders with expertise in supply chain, robotics, control systems, business operations and more. Graduates have the skills to push the boundaries of design, manufacturing, analysis, and business.
You can gain the skill sets of practice-oriented engineers with the Master of Science in Materials Science & Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online general engineering graduate program imparts industrial applications through materials technology by delving into such topics as:
- Biotech
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Electronics and more
Through the online general engineering master’s program, you learn to refine processes for viable, cost-effective solutions. Graduates find success in additive manufacturing, metal processing, surface engineering, energy storage, and related areas.
You can rely on Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s over 150-year history with the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering. The online mechanical engineering master’s program pushes the boundaries of design, analysis, and manufacturing with such courses as:
- Biomedical robotics
- Fiber optical sensors
- Smart materials
- Applied elasticity
Through the online mechanical engineering graduate program, you will receive a comprehensive education with this groundbreaking program. Graduates appreciate developing a customized curriculum for a relevant plan of study that meets their career goals.
You can learn from power industry experts with the Master of Science in Power Systems Management from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online electrical engineering master’s program prepares you for management roles in the power industry.
Through the online electrical engineering graduate program, you study technology-focused business courses and power systems engineering. Graduates leave with such knowledge and skills to:
- Lead projects
- Design power delivery networks
- Identify and mitigate operational risks
- Analyze power flows in delivery networks
You can gain expertise in perhaps the fastest-growing technology field with the Master of Science in Robotics Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online manufacturing engineering master’s program can lead to innovative work in:
- Healthcare
- Factory automation
- Interactive entertainment
- Security and national defense
Through the online manufacturing engineering graduate program, you advance your knowledge and skills in the mechanical and mathematical frameworks of robotics systems. Your online courses may include computer vision, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and wireless networking studies.
You can train in complex systems and the management of projects, people, and financials with the Master of Science in System Engineering Leadership from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online systems engineering graduate program trains you to lead diverse teams through systems thinking by offering such courses as:
- Teams and organizational skills for innovation
- Data mining business applications
- Business intelligence
- System dynamics
Through the online systems engineering master’s program, you expand your business acumen and gain expertise in managing people and project budgets. With no thesis requirement, online students instead complete a Capstone project.
You can learn the holistic design of complex engineering initiatives with the Master of Science in Systems Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online systems engineering master’s program responds to soaring demand for such technical professionals by imparting such skills as:
- Leading teams
- Coordinating operations
- Bringing clarity and structure to processes
- Developing and directing schedules, logistics, opportunities, and risks
Through the online systems engineering graduate program, you study engineering, management, and business in this multifaceted discipline. Graduates can integrate human-centered and technical processes to successfully design, lead, and manage complex projects.
Math & Science
The online Life Sciences Management certificate allows industry and corporate professionals to advance their technical and business skill sets and build resumes. The curriculum provides a deeper understanding of one or more areas of the product development process, such as drug and device regulations and regulatory compliance, risk management, and value creation and innovation.
Students expand technical knowledge in specific areas of strategic focus for the biopharma industry, including:
- Immunology
- Gene therapy
- Virology
- Pharmacology
You can gain a multidisciplinary education with the Master of Science in Bioscience Management from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online biotechnology master’s program also focuses on chemistry and business administration through studies in such topics as:
- Bioinformatics
- Animal cell culture
- Medicinal chemistry
- Medical device regulations
Through the online biotechnology graduate program, you can choose an area of strategic focus like pharmacology, virology, or immunology. Graduates develop strong communication and interpersonal skills to find success in leading technical specialists.
You can become a professional engineer or scientist with the Master of Science in Biotechnology from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online biotechnology graduate program does not require a thesis; instead, it offers a skills-focused curriculum concentrating on such topics as:
- Bioinformatics
- Fermentation biology
- Practical process control
- Animal cell culture
Through the online biotechnology master’s program, you gain the knowledge to collaborate on decisions with regulatory affairs, operations, development, and management. Graduates work in modern laboratories, demonstrating expertise in bio-production techniques to excel in the biotechnology industry.
You can gain expertise in plant-based chemistry with the Master of Science in Chemistry / Medicinal Plant Chemistry from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The online science graduate program offers a non-thesis, student-centric program covering such topics as:
- Cell signaling
- Drugs in the brain
- Molecular modeling
- Drug safety and regulatory compliance
Through the online science master’s program, you learn advanced techniques for natural plant isolation, analysis, and characterization. Graduates use their newly acquired leadership and interpersonal skills to excel in various life science companies.