American Society for Engineering Management

Name

American Society for Engineering Management

Legal name

American Society for Engineering Management

Website

https://asem.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Ownership category

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Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920), Business Associations (813910), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

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Quality Management Systems (QMS) & ISO Training (ISO 9001/IATF/AS9100) (EDABAKAD)

Keywords

• Engineering management society
• Professional certification programs
• Technical management publications
• Engineering leadership development
• Professional membership services

Headquarters

HQ city

Huntsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from professional, student, and corporate members form the core revenue stream. Professional membership is $150/year, student membership is $35/year, with multi-year options available.
2. Professional Certifications: CAEM and CPEM certification exams and recertification fees. CAEM exam fees range from $175-$250 depending on pathway; CPEM exams range from $250-$325.
3. Conference Registration: Revenue from the annual International Annual Conference (IAC) including in-person and virtual attendance fees ranging from $425 (student virtual) to $1,075 (professional non-member early bird).
4. Product Sales: Sale of books, course curriculum materials, PowerPoint slide sets, and the Engineering Management Handbook and EMBoK publications.
5. Advertising and Job Postings: Job posting advertising on the website ($100-$350 for 1-6 months) and banner advertisements ($250-$700).
6. Academic Partnerships: Tiered partnership programs for academic institutions with student membership bundles, ranging from $300-$2,500 depending on level.
7. Leadership Programs: The SCALE Leadership Program generates revenue at $3,500 per individual participant or $3,150 per participant for industry partners sponsoring 5+ employees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ASEM is a global professional society that advances the engineering management profession through tiered individual and corporate memberships, professional certifications (CAEM, CPEM, EM Six Sigma Green Belt, Micro-Credentials), foundational publications (EMBoK 5th Edition, Engineering Management Handbook, peer-reviewed Engineering Management Journal), and an annual International Annual Conference. It also operates academic programs including Graduate Program Certification, Academic Partnership tiers, the SCALE leadership program, and the affiliated Epsilon Mu Eta honor society, with operations spanning 22+ US student chapters and 7+ international sections.

Product overview

The American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM) operates as a professional society offering a portfolio of membership services, professional certifications, academic programs, and publications. The core offerings include professional and student membership tiers; certifications ranging from entry-level CAEM through advanced CPEM, plus Six Sigma Green Belt certification; and micro-credentials in four domains. ASEM also provides the EMBoK (5th Edition) and Engineering Management Handbook (3rd Edition) as foundational publications, publishes the Engineering Management Journal for peer-reviewed research, and hosts the annual International Annual Conference (IAC). Additional programs include the SCALE Leadership Program for space and defense professionals, the Graduate Program Certification for academic institutions, the Academic Partnership Program for universities, and Epsilon Mu Eta honor society for recognizing achievement. The society also offers digital badges for verifiable credentials, advertising services, and recruitment/promotion opportunities at conferences.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Epsilon Mu Eta (EMH): Honor society for Engineering Management that recognizes academic and professional achievement and service to the discipline.
• CEMAL

Products and services

• Professional Membership Annual membership tier for engineering management professionals priced at $150/year (with multi-year options up to five years at $675) granting access to networking, publications, member discounts, certification pathways, and conference benefits.
• Student Membership Discounted $35/year membership tier for students enrolled in engineering management or related academic programs, providing access to journals, handbooks, networking, and student chapter participation.
• Certified Associate in Engineering Management (CAEM) Entry-level professional certification recognizing knowledge and experience in engineering management, with exam fees ranging from $125 to $250 for members depending on qualification pathway.
• Certified Professional in Engineering Management (CPEM) Advanced professional certification for senior engineering managers, typically requiring a master's degree from an ASEM Certified Program or equivalent experience; exam fees range from $250 to $325.
• EM Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Specialized certification combining Six Sigma Green Belt methodologies with engineering management practice, offered via self-study package with exam ($599), self-study for CPEMs/CAEMs ($499), and course with exam ($750).
• Micro-Credentials for Professional Certification Four stacked micro-credentials (MC-I through MC-IV) covering Foundations of Technical Management, Advanced Technical Management Skills, Technical and Engineering Operations Management, and Systems Thinking/Systems Engineering/Legal/Ethical Issues, available individually at $160 ($130 member) or as a four-credential bundle at $600 ($475 member).
• Certified Knowledge Provider (CKPro) Certification program for individuals who develop and provide engineering management training and educational materials, including a formal application process and materials review.
• SCALE Leadership Program Strategic Collaboration for Applied Leadership in Engineering — a 12-week leadership development program designed for engineers preparing for management roles in space and defense sectors, with weekly live sessions, industry mentors, and a capstone project; includes SCALE Certificate of Completion, one-year ASEM membership, and three ASEM micro-credentials.
• A Guide to the Engineering Management Body of Knowledge (EMBoK) Comprehensive reference guide to the Engineering Management Body of Knowledge, currently in its 5th Edition, sold as the foundational standard reference for the engineering management discipline.
• Engineering Management Handbook Comprehensive practitioner handbook for engineering management professionals, currently in its 3rd Edition, available in both hardcover and PDF electronic formats.
• Engineering Management Journal (EMJ) Peer-reviewed academic journal publishing research on engineering management theory, practice, and applications for academics and practitioners in the field.
• ASEM International Annual Conference (IAC) Annual international conference bringing together engineering management professionals, academics, and industry leaders for technical sessions, workshops, industry tours, and networking, with registration fees ranging from $425 (student virtual) to $1,075 (professional non-member early bird); 2026 edition scheduled October 7-10 in Madison, Wisconsin.
• Academic Partnership Program Tiered group membership and partnership program for academic institutions offering engineering management degree programs, with levels ranging from Ascending (up to 10 memberships at $300) to Maximizing (up to 250 memberships at $2,500).
• Graduate Program Certification Accreditation program for graduate engineering management programs at universities that meet ASEM's educational standards and curriculum requirements.
• Epsilon Mu Eta (EMH) Honor Society The Engineering Management Honor Society recognizing academic and professional achievement, with over 1,200 student and faculty members across chapters at universities including Old Dominion University, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Missouri S&T.
• Digital Badges Digital verifiable credentials awarded for completing ASEM micro-credentials, certifications, and professional achievements, accessible for display on professional profiles.

Quantifiable outcome

• Epsilon Mu Eta has inducted over 1,200 student and faculty members
• +2 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of Wisconsin-MadisoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint host of the 2026 ASEM International Annual Conference in Madison, Wisconsin. University of Wisconsin-Madison is co-organizing the conference with ASEM and University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
• University of Wisconsin-PlattevillecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint host of the 2026 ASEM International Annual Conference in Madison, Wisconsin. Contributing to the jointly hosted conference program.
• ASEM Brazil SectioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational section representing ASEM in Brazil with local leadership and activities.
• ASEM Pakistan SectioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational section representing ASEM in Pakistan with local leadership and activities.
• ASEM China SectioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational section representing ASEM in China with local leadership and activities.
• ASEM Southeast Asia and Pacific Region SectioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational section representing ASEM in Southeast Asia and Pacific Region.
• ASEM Peru SectionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational section representing ASEM in Peru.
• ASEM Ecuador SectionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational section representing ASEM in Ecuador.
• ASEM Central America SectionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational section representing ASEM in Central America.
• Missouri University of Science & TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing student chapter host since 1985; hosts Epsilon Mu Eta honor society leadership including Executive Director Dr. Steven Corns.
• CEMAL (Council of Engineering Management Academic Leaders)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEMAL is ASEM's specialized community for academic leaders in engineering management, fostering communication among academic programs, supporting curriculum development, accreditation, and faculty development.
• Epsilon Mu Eta (EMH) Honor SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe official honor society for engineering management, founded in 2003, recognizing academic and professional achievement with over 1,200 student and faculty members.
• Trek BicycleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosting an industry tour at Trek Bicycle headquarters in Waterloo, WI during the 2026 IAC conference.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• NSPE (National Society of Professional Engineers): NSPE is a US-focused professional society offering membership, state chapter networks, ethics oversight, and continuing education for licensed professional engineers. Its PE licensure advocacy and continuing education model overlap with ASEM's certification and professional development offerings.
• ASEE (American Society for Engineering Education): ASEE is the primary US professional society for engineering educators and academic programs, with a similar membership-and-conference model and a strong focus on engineering management pedagogy. Many ASEM academic leaders (e.g., CEMAL members) are also active in ASEE, making it a close institutional peer.
• PMI (Project Management Institute): PMI operates a globally recognized professional certification and membership model (PMP, CAPM) that closely parallels ASEM's CAEM/CPEM structure. Both monetize through individual dues, certification fees, and chapter networks, and compete for the same audience of engineers moving into management roles.
• SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers): SME provides membership, manufacturing engineering certifications, training programs, and publications for manufacturing professionals. Its emphasis on engineering management, Six Sigma/Lean certification, and workforce development closely mirrors ASEM's offerings (EM Six Sigma Green Belt, SCALE Leadership).
• INCOSE (International Council on Systems Engineering): INCOSE is a global professional society for systems engineering with a membership, chapter, certification (CSEP, ASEP), and conference model highly analogous to ASEM. Its overlapping focus on systems thinking, program management, and engineering leadership makes it one of the closest direct comparables for ASEM's professional development positioning.
• IIE (Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers): IIE serves industrial and systems engineers through membership, certifications, publications, and annual conferences, with a curriculum and audience overlapping ASEM's engineering management focus. Many EM programs are housed within industrial engineering departments, making IIE a natural adjacent society.

Broad incumbents

• IEEE: IEEE is the largest technical professional society in the world with hundreds of thousands of members, offering society-level sub-communities, certifications, journals, and conferences. While IEEE covers all electrical/electronics engineering, its sub-societies and engineering management initiatives compete for the same engineering professional audience as ASEM.
• ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers): ASCE is a large, well-established engineering professional society with a comparable operating model: membership dues, certification, journals, conferences, and student chapters. While focused on civil engineering, it represents the incumbent professional society template ASEM operates within.
• AIChE (American Institute of Chemical Engineers): AIChE is a major discipline-specific engineering professional society offering membership, technical credentials, conferences, and continuing education. It illustrates the broader category of large engineering professional societies that ASEM competes against for members and corporate partnerships in the engineering management space.
• ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers): ASME is one of the largest engineering professional societies globally, offering membership, certifications, publications, and conferences. While ASEM focuses specifically on engineering management, ASME covers the broader mechanical engineering profession and represents a much larger incumbent that could expand into EM credentials.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Subsidiaries1 record

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