<p>What is the difference between a Master's of engineering and a masters of science in engineering.
CCNY's website describes a ME as a "professional master's degree"
As well as BE and BS what are the major differences? does either hold any advantages/disadvantages as opposed to its counterpart?</p>
<p>At the undergraduate level, it's simply a name. At the graduate level, the professional degree is based on coursework, while the academic degree is based on research. You will probably take more courses and do a project instead of thesis for the MEng. Also, you cannot proceed to get your PhD if you choose the MEng instead of MSc.</p>
<p>I don't plan on getting a PhD I am not interested at all in academia. I do plan on going to school part-time after receiving a Master's in engineering, to obtain a MBA</p>
<p>everyone here wants an MBA... lol</p>
<p>Yea man, It's rough in NYC there aren't too many technical jobs out there and even if you land one it's plenty of work for little pay. Every career field is saturated with qualified applicants in NY. The only way to make any good money is to consult or entrepreneurship. CivE is especially good for this, Considering that major construction is going on and all of this buildings need qualified engineers.</p>
<p>If you're planning for an MBA, forget the MEng. Basically it gives you additional technical background so you can become a better engineer, not a manager.</p>
<p>The thing is I like engineering and would like to spend additional time studying more in depth and do some solid research in my field. Plus, i am willing to do it and it cant hurt it can only help.</p>
<p>Steevee's description of the differences in requirements between an MS and MEng is basically correct. However, he/she is wrong about not being able to pursue a PhD after getting and MEng. I know several people who have done so.</p>
<p>Yes, I stand corrected. My school does NOT allow MEng students to pursue a PhD.</p>