Master of Engineering
in Systems Engineering (Distance Learning)
To solve the world’s complex problems, you must first understand them. Develop the required technical breadth and depth with a master’s degree in systems engineering.
Professional Systems Engineering Certificate
We offer five certificates that can be completed entirely online:
- Systems Engineering Specialist
- Sociotechnical Systems
- Systems Engineering Design
International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) - Associate or Certified Systems Engineering Professional
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
- Certification (certified by the Council of Six Sigma)
Enrollment in the Systems M.Eng. program is not required to complete these certificates. Some certificates can be earned as part of the degree program.
Online learning options
Take at your own pace
Part-time schedule for full-time employees
Global alumni network
The Cornell Engineering Difference
Distance Learning
Our distance learning program has been carefully tailored to offer the same material and educational experience as the on-campus option. That way, you can obtain an elite degree with flexibility that allows you to continue to work full time.
Diverse Faculty
Systems engineering faculty come from across Cornell University. From engineering to public policy to business, we offer a robust, multi-disciplinary experience.
Corporate Partnerships
Many of our students and their MEng project, come from our partnerships with companies around the world. Our distance learning affiliations prepare aspiring leaders to take the next step within their organizations.
What You Can Expect
Real-world experience
All systems engineering students take part in a two-semester project that goes beyond coursework to provide an in-depth, hands-on experience. Guided by a faculty advisor, you and your team will work to solve a real-world problem.
Ivy League advantage
Few institutions can match Cornell’s cross-campus, interdepartmental expertise. As part of the systems engineering program, you’ll be exposed to faculty in various fields to broaden your understanding of the world and how to solve complex, ever-evolving issues.
Residential sessions
There are two one-week sessions that take place on Cornell’s Ithaca campus. Here, you’ll meet, learn from, and share with faculty and other cohorts of your program. The relationships you build lay the foundation for a strong professional network.
Accelerated career growth
You don’t need to give up your place in the workforce to pursue postgraduate education. The flexible, part-time model of the systems engineering program allows you to sustain career momentum while you earn a degree that will propel you ever further after graduating.
Certificate Opportunities Within Systems M.Eng.
Real-world experience
All systems engineering students take part in a two-semester project that goes beyond coursework to provide an in-depth, hands-on experience. Guided by a faculty advisor, you and your team will work to solve a real-world problem.
Ivy League advantage
Few institutions can match Cornell’s cross-campus, interdepartmental expertise. As part of the systems engineering program, you’ll be exposed to faculty in various fields to broaden your understanding of the world and how to solve complex, ever-evolving issues.
Expand Your Potential
Take what you know to the next level as a student of systems engineering.
“As a distance-learning student, it was nice to see options for help that took my work and life
schedule into consideration. Professor You was so understanding and genuine about wanting me to succeed that it caught me off guard. He was willing to help me in any topic I needed until I was able to tackle problems on my own. This experience alone was instrumental in motivating me to do well—not just for the class, but for the program, too.”