Graduate Certificate in Capability & Mission Engineering
Naval Postgraduate School

Program Details

This online systems engineering degree is designed for mid- and upper-level engineers working in or in support of the Defense Acquisition System. It is also beneficial for others who want to learn about the theory and practice of systems engineering.  

Learn to apply systems engineering in defense acquisition and system lifecycle support. Gain technical and management competence along with digital and model-based engineering, statistical operational analysis, requirements and capability engineering, lifecycle cost management, and verification and validation. Courses will likely be:

  • Introduction to Digital Engineering with Model-Based Systems Engineering
  • Engineering Economics and Cost Estimation
  • Capability Engineering
  • System Verification and Validation

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Naval Postgraduate School is accredited by:

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.6 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • Available to eligible U.S. military students, DoD civilian employees, international personnel, and defense contractors
  • Must hold an undergraduate degree in engineering, science, or a technical field
  • Requires prerequisites in calculus