Pathway admission · Program details
This is a two-stage pathway program: you start at IIIT Bangalore in India, then transfer to complete your degree at Drexel University.
Phase 1
IIIT Bangalore
Bangalore, India
Phase 2
Drexel University
Philadelphia, United States
Begin with IIIT Bangalore and take the next step towards your global career.
Total Duration
20 months
Subject to program
Two-Stage Pathway
Start at IIIT Bangalore, finish at Drexel University.
20-Month Program
Total program length across both phases.
Global Exposure
Study alongside an international cohort on your destination campus.
Career Growth
A recognized international degree designed to open more career options.
Recognized Degree
Your degree is awarded by Drexel University.
Structured Support
A GCQ360 counsellor can guide you through admissions, visas, and documents.
January, April, September
Available Intake(s)
MS Engineering Management (IIIT Bangalore track) is a two-phase pathway leading to a qualification from Drexel University in the United States. You begin with IIIT Bangalore in India, then move to Philadelphia to complete the programme. The full route takes 20 months. The programme focuses on Engineering Management. Entry requires four-year B.Tech/B.E. in CSE, ECE, EEE, Industrial, Production or Mechanical engineering with minimum 65% marks and no more than 10 backlogs (ATKTs). English proficiency of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required. Intakes run in January, April, September. Graduates typically target roles such as Systems Engineer, Principal Engineer, Project Manager.
Tuition is charged in two parts: about $6,035 for the India phase and about $33,750 for the abroad phase.
IIIT Bangalore
8 months online with IIIT Bangalore
On campus in United States
12 months at Drexel University
Global exposure
Study alongside students from other countries.
Career growth
Build skills for roles in an international market.
This university has not published its own document list, so this is what a student going to United States is generally asked for. Confirm the exact list with the university.
Tuition Fee
$27,000
The university has not stated whether this figure is annual or for the full programme. We verify this on request before you apply.
Looking for living expenses, accommodation, scholarships, placements, or campus facilities? See the university page.
As of Aug 28, 2026, verify on the university’s site.
Begin at IIIT Bangalore in India, then move to Drexel University in the United States to finish your degree.
Start in India
Your first phase is completed at IIIT Bangalore, so you begin studying before relocating.
Finish on campus
You transfer to Drexel University in Philadelphia to complete the programme in the United States.
Degree from Drexel University
The degree is conferred by Drexel University in the United States.
Lower first-phase cost
The India phase is charged at IIIT Bangalore rates rather than US tuition.
Global Education Trust
Funding
Full tuition waiver
For students admitted to an accredited university program, based on financial need and merit.
Ohio University (Center for International Studies)
Funding
USD $9,500
Applicant in any CIS MA program; preference for OHIO undergraduate alumni.
US Department of State
Funding
USD Two years of graduate study support
Outstanding young people aiming for careers in the US Foreign Service; encourages minority group applications.
Eight months online followed by 12 months on campus at Drexel University.
Co-op positions are paid in many cases, though compensation varies by industry.
Three intakes are offered: January (Spring), April (Summer) and September (Fall).
At least 12 to 15 hours per week.
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