Global Aerospace Leadership
Master of Engineering
The Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Michigan, one of the world’s leading engineering universities, and INSEAD, one of the world’s top business schools, have joined forces to offer a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Global Aerospace Leadership program like no other — a unique and accelerated 27-credit online program that provides:
- An advanced technical education for strategic decision-making and essential business skills to manage technical delivery
- Skills in project leadership, ethics, collaboration, communication, sustainability, and systems integration in technical acumen
- Rigorous, hands-on integration and application of educational materials in a simulated industrial environment
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Program Details
The 27-credit, online master’s degree program is completed on a part-time basis for six (6) semesters over the course of two years. As most students will be working as full-time professionals, this unique and accelerated program is designed to accommodate personal and professional commitments while also providing meaningful and consistent curricular experiences.
Students should expect to be enrolled each semester over the course of two years (fall, winter, and spring/summer semesters) and take between 4-6 credits per semester. Students are expected to spend approximately 15-18 hours per week on course-related work, including watching recorded lectures, participating in online discussions, and working on assignments.
To foster important industry-wide connections, students will regularly interact and take courses with peers – from the program’s orientation to online course discussions and group activities to the culminating capstone project and graduation!
Stay tuned for details on upcoming information sessions!
Brand Promise
The Global Aerospace Leadership MEng program is committed to developing the next generation of visionary and agile leaders thriving in a rapidly evolving business environment, dedicated to improving industry and serving humanity as:
Practical Technologists
Deep systems thinkers, addressing complex challenges and creating bold solutions by profoundly bridging technology and business. Adeptly integrating technologies across the entire manufacturing and supply chain, creating commercially-compelling value propositions.
Conscience-Driven Leaders
Strong, confident, and empathetic servant-leaders who model and foster ethics, integrity, and transparency through their actions and decisions. Advancing the greater good of their organization and society through responsible social and environmental business practices. Demonstrating awareness and respect for global cultural norms, and responsiveness to diverse constituents to create inclusive environments.
Collaborative Innovations
Independent thinkers who create cutting-edge solutions by invoking first principles and creative thinking to drive substantial and sustained value propositions. And doing so in a way which excites, inspires, and unifies others to break through traditional and outdated paradigms.
Throughout the program, students will create, refine, and practice their personal leadership brands, demonstrating commitment to serving as a leader with these important values.
Curriculum
The 27-credit curriculum is broken down into three academic pillars:
How Do I Apply?
The University of Michigan Department of Aerospace Engineering welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly interested in professionals with 3-7+ years of work experience, who have demonstrated excellent technical capabilities and are on the path to pursue technical leadership roles. Students who complete this program will do so on a part-time basis over the course of two academic years, equivalent to 6 semesters back-to-back, and many will also work full-time in their careers. Please check this page or join our interest list to stay informed of application deadlines as they are announced.
Application Deadlines and Key Dates:
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Minimum Requirements for Admission
Completion of a bachelor’s degree or an international degree that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree from a college or university recognized and approved by the higher education authority in the country where the degree is earned. Engineering or technical bachelor’s degrees are strongly preferred.
Additionally, students should have at least three to seven years of professional work experience.
Application Components
Transcripts
One scanned or electronic transcript uploaded to the online application for all undergraduate and/or graduate programs from which you have degree(s). We will accept unofficial transcripts for the application review but will require official transcripts if offered admission.
Resume
An up-to-date copy of your resume, highlighting professional work experience to-date.
Personal Statement
A Personal Statement (approximately 750-1000 words) is required. Details will be available when applications are open.
Short Essay Questions
Three Short Essay questions are required. Details will be available when applications are open.
Two Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required from individuals who can address your leadership behaviors and advancement potential. Up to three letters of recommendation may be submitted. Application reviewers like to see letters on official letterhead along with a full signature including the writer’s company or professional affiliation, job title, and contact information.
Non-Native English Speaker Assessment
Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency through language test scores or qualify for an exemption.
- TOEFL or IELTS
- Applicants who must demonstrate English language proficiency through test scores can do so through either TOEFL or IELTS. Minimum scores for admission are below.
- The minimum TOEFL score is 84.
- The minimum IELTS score is 6.5.
- Scores are valid for two years.
- Applicants who must demonstrate English language proficiency through test scores can do so through either TOEFL or IELTS. Minimum scores for admission are below.
Standardized Test Scores are Not Required!
We do not require the GRE or any other standardized tests as part of our admissions process.
Application Fee
- $75 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents
- $90 for international applicants
Application fees are non-refundable.
International Students
Special Note for International Online Students: Academic units cannot provide services, including online education, to individuals located in comprehensively sanctioned countries or regions as administered by the U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Additionally, the university or its partners may block access to additional countries and regions where there are near-comprehensive sanctions and a perception of increased risk for export control violations. The list of countries and regions where the university does not currently offer services, which may be subject to change, is as follows: Crimea, Cuba, Donetsk, Iran, Luhansk, North Korea, Sudan, Syria, and Venezuela.
All conditionally admitted online students, regardless of their location, will need to complete a certification form as a condition of enrollment. In this form, conditionally admitted students will certify that they will not access course content or any U-M services from a country or region on the “blocked” list described above.
Educational Disclosures
Online students should be familiar with the University’s Distance Educational Disclosures.
Tuition and Fees
The Board of Regents for the University of Michigan set and approve tuition rates for each year near the beginning of the fall term. Updated tuition and fees are posted on the Registrar’s website.
As the University of Michigan is a partially state-funded institution, state of Michigan residents pay a slightly lower rate.
2022/2023 Academic Year
$2,055 per credit for State of Michigan residents
$2,235 per credit for non-residents
Plus additional fees per term: $185 (infrastructure maintenance fee) + $166.19 (separately assessed mandatory fees)
The average total cost of the 27-credit degree is approximately $55,485 for in-state students and $60,345 for out-of-state students, given this year’s estimated rates before fees.
2023/2024 Academic Year
We anticipate that tuition rates/fees for the 2023/2024 academic year will be similar to 2022/2023. However, future tuition rates are pending U-M Regental approval.
Contact Us
For more information about the program or general questions, please contact the Global Aerospace Leadership MEng team at globalaerolead@umich.edu.
