Risk Engineering and System Analytics

Program Description

The Master of Engineering in Risk Engineering and System Analytics is offered by the Center for Risk Engineering and Systems Analytics (RESA) Center through Clemson University’s Glenn Department of Civil Engineering.

The degree falls within the overarching goal of the RESA Center, which is to integrate interdisciplinary research efforts in risk-related science and engineering to improve the understanding of risks linked to natural and man-made phenomena, mitigate their effects and better prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters. Risk engineering and analytics is employed by insurance and reinsurance companies as part of their strategic planning and execution. Analytical processes around risk engineering are data-driven and computationally intensive. While significant advancements have been achieved in evidence based risk management and decision making in the research field, utilizing advanced analytics and incorporating real-time information to design portfolios that target specific economic goals in practice while satisfying constraints is still in its infancy. The Master of Engineering in Risk Engineering and System Analytics is designed for post-baccalaureate working professionals in this growing area.

All courses in the program are offered in sequence via online delivery in an asynchronous format.

To be admitted to the Master of Engineering in Risk Engineering and System Analytics, applicants should hold a bachelor of science degree and have at least two years of experience working in an industry related to risk engineering and system analytics. Students are subject to all applicable Graduate School policies.

Program Requirements

The Master of Engineering in Risk Engineering and System Analytics requires a total of 31 credits. All students enroll in six core courses, including a 4 credit capstone design course, and select four elective courses as follows: