Engineering/Industrial Management at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

Engineering Technologies Certificate CIP 15.1501

Total Graduates

25

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

80%

20 of 25

Female Graduates

20%

5 of 25

Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Engineering/Industrial Management

Certificate 25 grads Master's 26 grads

Program Popularity

#7
of 34 colleges nationally
79.4%
Produces more graduates than 79.4% of colleges offering this program
596
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Engineering/Industrial Management.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 15.1501
Program Family Engineering Technologies

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 25 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 80% male, 20% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Industrial engineers

Primary Occupation
$101,140
Median Annual Salary
$70,000 $157,140
10th percentile 90th percentile
350,230 employed nationally +11% projected growth

Related Occupations

Industrial production managers +1.9%
$121,440
Architectural and engineering managers +3.8%
$167,740
Facilities managers +3.8%
$104,690
Industrial engineering technologists and technicians +1.7%
$64,790

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$167,740

10-Year Job Growth

+3.8%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 10 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$134,192+3.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$134,192+3.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$97,152+1.9%
75%
primary100% confidence
$97,152+1.9%
75%
primary100% confidence
Facilities Managers SOC: 11-3013
$83,752+3.8%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$125,805

Peak Salary

$209,675

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
Speaking
Complex Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Mathematics
Time Management
Judgment and Decision Making
Active Learning

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

E
Enterprising
C
Conventional
R
Realistic

leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Organized
Detail-oriented
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Organization
Data management
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Writing
Speaking
Monitoring
Achievement
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value writing?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Amherst, MA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $16,591
Out-of-State Tuition $38,527
Average Net Price $22,954

Program Information

CIP Code: 15.1501
CIP Family: 15
IPEDS ID:
0 of 3
+ Add school+ Add school+ Add school
Compare Now