Software Engineering Management Online Graduate Certificate Program
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Software Management
Drexel University’s online graduate certificate in software engineering management helps you pair your technical background with the management skills you need to advance your career. This certificate was designed specifically for those who have an understanding of software engineering technology and wish to move into a management position. Courses focus on skills like requirements engineering, communicating with stakeholders, and managing time, budget, and personnel for software engineering projects.
This program culminates in a graduate certificate, but is not a formal certification program.
Online Software Management Certificate Program Features
- 100% online
- Five-course, 15-credit program
- May be stacked with other College of Comping & Informatics graduate certificates to customize your education and/or serve as an entry point to the Master of Science in Software Engineering
Online Software Management Certificate Program Requirements
To be eligible for Drexel’s virtual software engineering management certificate, you should hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in computer science, software engineering or related STEM degree. Your GPA in these completed degree programs should be 3.0 or higher. You should also have work experience equal to Drexel's Graduate Certificate in Computer Science.
For more information, including prerequisites and additional requirements for international students, please see the Admissions Criteria page.
What Is the Salary for A Software Engineering Manager?
Salaries will vary based on factors such as job title, years of experience, and location. However, some common job titles and salaries that this certificate prepares you for include:
- Engineering Manager - $149,530
- Software Developer - $110,140
- Software Quality Assurance Analyst - $114,270
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020
Online Software Management Certificate Program FAQs
Is programming experience required?
Knowledge of software development is needed, but extensive programming experience is not required.
Is work experience required?
It's recommended that you have work experience before beginning this program.
Do I need to come to campus?
This certificate is 100% remote, and you do not need to come to campus to complete it.
Related Programs
- MS in Computer Science
- MS in Software Engineering
- Graduate Certificate in Computing Systems Security & Privacy
- Graduate Certificate in Software Architecture
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Curriculum
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
Required Courses | ||
SE 627 | Requirement Engineering and Management | 3.0 |
SE 630 | Software Economics | 3.0 |
SE 638 | Software Project Management | 3.0 |
INFO 646 | Information Systems Management | 3.0 |
Select one of the following: |
3.0 | |
CS 647 |
Distributed Systems Software | |
INFO 608 | Human-Computer Interaction | |
INFO 659 | Introduction to Data Analysis | |
SE 570 | Agile Software Development Process | |
SE 572 | Web Services and Mobile Architectures | |
SE 575 | Software Design | |
SE 576 | Software Reliability and Testing | |
SE 577 | Software Architecture | |
SE 578 | Security Engineering | |
SE 610 | Open Source Software Engineering | |
Total Credits | 15.0 |
Admissions Criteria
- A four-year bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM degree, plus work experience equal to Drexel's Graduate Certificate in Computer Science
- Pre-requisites for all graduate level programs: computer requirements and skills
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher, in a completed degree program, bachelor's degree or above
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended (including trade schools)
- One letter of recommendation, two suggested (academic, professional, or both)
- Essay/Statement of Purpose
- In approximately 500 words, describe what professional goals you hope to achieve, how an advanced degree facilitates that success, and anything else you want the Admissions Review Board to know about you.
- Resume
- Additional requirements for International Students
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2022-2023 is $1396 per credit.
- This program is not eligible for Financial Aid.
- Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations.
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans with Drexel University Online, you may not combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2022-2023 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2022
September 19, 2022
December 3, 2022
December 5, 2022
December 10, 2022
Winter 2023
January 9, 2023
March 18, 2023
March 20, 2023
March 25, 2023
Spring 2023
April 3, 2023
June 10, 2023
June 12, 2023
June 17, 2023
Summer 2023
June 26, 2023
September 2, 2023
September 4, 2023
September 9, 2023
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