Master of Science in
Management

The Master of Science in Management (MSM) degree program provides you with a greater focus on the theory and practice of management than a more general business degree. Whether you are interested in promoting into management, transitioning from the military or already have a management position, this program will introduce you to cutting-edge concepts at play in today's global marketplace.

Our goal is to help position you for success by equipping you with both the technical skills and managerial skills to manage resources, lead teams, and apply solutions to organizational challenges within the organization or oceans away.

This program is taught by faculty who will challenge you to become a better thinker. You will learn how to analyze problems and research and implement solutions. The MSM program is action-oriented and will give you the hands-on tools and experience to grow within your current role, as well as reach your future goals.

The degree program is comprised of three sections. The first section is comprised of 9 credit hours focused on high reliability organizations (HRO). High reliability organizations focus on risk, managing risk and resiliency. Concepts learned in these courses can be applied to all organizations. The second section of this degree is the Management Core and has been structured based on input from industry to provide students with the skills necessary to advance their careers. The third section consists of a certificate in the area of the student’s choice and provides the opportunity for students to focus their studies to match their career goals.

MSM degree candidates know that an advanced education will provide the tools necessary to succeed in today’s fast-paced, technologically driven, and complex organizations.

All MSM students gain practical management skills, such as:

• Quantitative analytical skills – using numbers to make decisions
• Change management skills – the ability to adapt, control, and effect organizational change
• An understanding of organizational structure and leadership
• Effective communication strategies
• Strategic action, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Managing people and business processes

The Master of Science in Management program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP).  This achievement means that the program has been peer-reviewed, scrutinized, and meet the stringent requirements set forth by the ACBSP.

The Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) has acknowledged that the Master of Science in Management program when combined with the Human Resources Certificate as fully aligning with SHRM's HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates. Students enjoy many benefits of this alignment beyond the curriculum itself.

Prerequisite Knowledge:

The program will not require an undergraduate degree in business for admissions. However, as required by ACBSP, prerequisite knowledge in accounting, finance, economics, marketing, management, and business statistics is required. This will be accomplished through a short MSM Preflight Orientation Course that welcomes students to the degree program through interactive activities and provides the prerequisite knowledge needed to be successful in the program.  Students must complete the Preflight Orientation prior to taking their first MSM course

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