This Carnegie Mellon University College of Engineering certificate program is designed to equip Ph.D. engineers with essential business knowledge and soft skills to succeed in industry.
Stand out from the competition
Industry needs leaders who understand both engineering and business strategy. Position yourself at this high-value intersection by taking strategically selected courses that will prepare you for a head start in your career.
Want to learn more?
For questions or to request more information about the Ph.D. Certificate in Engineering Management, Leadership, and Innovation, please email Jennifer Spirer.
Program overview:
Highlights:
- Designed to equip Ph.D. engineers with essential business knowledge and soft skills to succeed in industry.
- Focused on leadership, innovation strategies, and business fundamentals.
- Courses cover topics including business management, technological innovation, and leadership/communication.
Why this matters:
- This certificate will help our students stand out in the job market and prepare them for impactful careers beyond academia.
- Industry partners have expressed a strong need for Ph.D. graduates who possess both technical expertise and business acumen.
Requirements:
- Open to all Ph.D. students in the College of Engineering.
(*Degree program cannot be extended to accommodate certificate completion). - Obtain permission from your Ph.D. advisor.
- Complete three required courses (30 units total), with no substitutions.
Curriculum
- Engineering and Public Policy - Strategy and Management of Technological Innovation (19682)
- Next offered Spring 2026
- Integrated Innovation Institute - Business Management Thinking and Practice (49702)
- Next offered Fall 2026
- Mechanical Engineering - Leadership and Communications (24693)
- Next offered Fall 2026