Quality Systems Engineering (MEng)
Master of Engineering (MEng)
Offered by:Concordia Institute for Information Systems Engineering, Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
Why pursue a Master's in Quality Systems Engineering?
The main intent of this program is twofold: First, the program is meant to prepare students with the skills, knowledge, expertise in cutting-edge technologies and best practices necessary for designing, modelling, analyzing, implementing and managing quality systems.
Second, the program will put the emphasis on helping each individual acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to maximize his or her potential as a researcher in quality systems, lean engineering and supply chain management. Students will engage in applied research and academic course of study examining existing theory and ways in which these influence the quality of systems, services, products and processes.
Program details
Applicants to the Master of/Magisteriate in Engineering in Quality Systems Engineering program must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Building Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Computer Science
- Any engineering or science discipline provided that the student has the appropriate background
Admission to this program is competitive and only applicants with high academic standing will be considered. Qualified applicants requiring prerequisite courses may be asked to take such courses in addition to their regular graduate program. The GCS Graduate Studies Committee, in consultation with the Institute, is responsible for the recommendation of all applications for admission.
Residence Requirements. The minimum residence requirement for the Master’s degree is three terms (one year) of full-time study, or the equivalent in part-time study.
Options
Applicants to the Master of Engineering may apply to the Industrial Experience option in the industrial milieu through the Institute for Co-operative Education.
Requirements for the Degree
The requirements described here are in addition to the general degree requirements for the Master’s programs in the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science.
In order to graduate, students must have a CGPA of at least 2.70.
- Credits. A fully qualified candidate is required to successfully complete a minimum of 45 credits. Additional credits may be required in some cases.
- Transfer Credits. Students may be granted transfer academic credits for, in general, not more than eight credits taken in approved graduate studies prior to their entry into this program. A course submitted for transfer credit must be appropriate to the student’s program of study at Concordia University. An application for such credit will be considered only at the time of admission.
- Time Limit. Please refer to the Academic Regulation page for further details regarding the Time Limit requirements.
- Courses. Students must complete a total of 45 credits of course work at the 6000 or 7000 level.
The breakdown of the 45 credits is as follows:- Twelve credits of core courses (INSE 6210, INSE 6220, INSE 6230) from Topic Area E68.
- A minimum of twenty-four credits of program elective INSE courses from Topic Areas E66, E67, E68, E69 and E70 and E02.
- The remaining credits may be obtained by selecting one of the following options:
- A maximum of two 4-credit courses chosen from departments within the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, together with INSE 6240 (1-credit course) or INSE 6961 (1-credit seminar).
- ENGR 6991 (5-credit project course) and a maximum of one 4-credit course chosen from departments within the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science.
- ENCS 6931 (9-credit Industrial Stage and Training course).
Please apply online. Read the how-to guide for application procedures.
1. Submit your application and pay a $100CAD application fee. A student ID number will be issued
2. Log on to MyConcordia.ca portal to upload documents
3. A completed file that is ready to be assessed will include:
- Application form and Fee
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three Letters of Reference and assessment form
- Statement of purpose
- Transcripts (with mark sheets if applicable) for all post-secondary institutions attended
- Proof of Canadian citizenship (if applicable)
- Applicants whose primary language is not English, are required to submit official language test scores, unless exempted.
For initial assessment purposes, scanned and uploaded copies of documents are accepted. To finalize a file, once admitted, Concordia University will require official documents.
| DEGREE |
FALL (September) |
WINTER (January) |
SUMMER (May/June) |
| Quality Systems Engineering | ||||
| Canadian/Permanent Resident | MEng | April 5 | Oct. 1 | Feb. 1 |
| International | MEng | April 5 | June 15 | Oct. 15 |
Priority will be given to those who apply within the official deadlines listed above. Some programs may continue to accept applications after these deadlines. For more information, please contact the department.
Sample classes
- Total Quality Methodologies in Engineering
- Advanced Statistical Approaches to Quality
- Total Quality Project Management
- Quality Assurance for Systems Engineering
- Quality in Supply Chain Design
For course list, please visit the Graduate Calendar.
For course descriptions, please visit the Graduate Calendar.
Important information about admissions
Please be advised that Concordia University does not process admissions or fee payments through third parties for our degree programs.
All applicants are advised to ensure that they are communicating directly with the university for admissions and fee payments.
