The Master of Science in Software Engineering (MSE) program prepares students to become Software Engineering professionals. Graduates are prepared to address the global need for professionals that apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical principles to design, develop, test and maintain software. The core of the program is focused on building a foundation of critical thinking skills on which to make professional judgments. This program builds these thinking skills through a solid understanding of theoretical concepts, principles, and tools; and coverage of the fundamental software development issues and processes. Topics covered include: requirements engineering, software design and construction, verification, testing, maintenance, software process improvement, project management, quality assurance, etc.