Master of Science in Software Engineering, Specialization in Enterprise Technologies
Gain Your Spartan Edge in Software Engineering with a Specialization in Enterprise Technologies
Built for the pace and possibilities of Silicon Valley, the Master of Science in Software Engineering (MSSE), Specialization in Enterprise Technologies degree immerses you in the technologies shaping the future of software development. Join a community of innovators and professionals from leading tech companies as you develop the Spartan Edge to design secure, scalable and enterprise-ready software systems for a rapidly evolving digital world.
Designed for working professionals, classes are mainly online, with hybrid classes meeting just three times a semester. Advance your career, expand your impact and position yourself at the forefront of one of the world’s fastest-growing and most influential technical fields.
Program Information
Modality
Hybrid
Program Length
2 years · 33 units
Cost Per Unit
$1,073* for Fall 2027 · Financial aid and scholarships available
Applications Open
August 1 – April 1 for Fall start
Start Terms
Fall
How to Apply
General Requirements
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An overall GPA of at least 2.5 in the last degree attained.
Program-Specific Requirements
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An applicant must have a degree equivalent to a four-year U.S. baccalaureate degree in the related field of engineering or other related fields.
Out-of-State Requirements
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If you live outside of California, check whether our program is approved to accept an application from you.
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An English language proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS or PTE) is required if a student's baccalaureate was earned outside of the US. For more information, visit the graduate admissions site. International applicants must have a TOEFL score of 600 (paper version), 250 (computer version) or 100 (Internet-based); or an IELTS score of 8.
Graduation Requirement
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Completion of 33 graduate-level units that fulfill the requirements for earning a Master of Science in Software Engineering with a specialization in Enterprise Technologies.
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Satisfy the Graduate Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR).
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Application opens August 1; deadline of April 1 for Fall admission.
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Pre-apply: Complete Prequalification Form.
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Apply through Cal State Apply and submit the required documents.
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MS in Software Engineering will be the designation for the MSSE degree.
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Valuable Learning Experiences
The MSSE program, specializing in Enterprise Technologies, prepares you to build the secure, scalable and distributed systems driving today’s digital world. Through hands-on learning and advanced course work, you will strengthen their expertise in enterprise application development, modern internet-based architectures and emerging technologies shaping the future of software engineering.
Gain experience in:
- Designing secure and reliable enterprise software systems.
- Building large-scale, distributed and internet-based applications.
- Working with modern enterprise platforms and development frameworks.
- Examining emerging technologies, including quantum computing.
Graduates leave prepared to lead innovation in complex software environments and advance their careers in one of technology’s fastest-growing fields.
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What Can You Do With an MSSE Specializing in Enterprise Technologies?
An MSSE, Specialization in Enterprise Technologies, prepares you for high-demand careers designing the secure, scalable systems that power today’s organizations. Graduates pursue roles such as Software Developer, Enterprise Software Engineer, Cloud Solutions Architect and Systems Engineer across industries driven by innovation and digital transformation.
- In-Demand Skills: With Silicon Valley leaders like Adobe, Cisco, Amazon and Google shaping the future of enterprise technology, demand for software professionals continues to grow rapidly, with software development careers projected to expand far faster than average over the next decade.
- Bay Area Salaries: MSSE graduates with a specialization in enterprise technology in the Bay Area earn an average annual salary of $126,000 - $213,000, according to Glassdoor.
Take a look at some of the top sectors, companies and job titles of our alumni, according to LinkedIn.
Top Job Titles
- Associate Enterprise Software Engineer
- Associate Site Reliability Engineer
- Cloud Solutions Architect
- Data Engineer
- Platform Engineer
- Solutions Engineer
- Software Developer
- Software Engineer
- Systems Engineer
Top Companies
- Adobe
- Amazon
- Cisco
- Databricks
- Goldman Sachs
- IBM
- Microsoft
- Oracle
- Salesforce
Top Sectors
- Enterprise Cloud
- Enterprise Data
- Enterprise Finance
- Enterprise Infrastructure
- Global Enterprise Giants
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