| Trait | BSCE | MBE |
| Continue working while obtaining degree | The MBE is designed to allow for one day per week class attendance | |
| Flexibility of coursework | The BSCE allows for the most flexible course choices--each student custom designs the program of courses to fit particular needs | |
| Strong management content | ||
| Strong engineering content | ||
| Build on | ||
| Focus on research | ||
| Develop an academic career | ||