Management (MS)
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Do more than manage, excel in the industry by expanding your knowledge.
A Master of Science: Management degree from Southeast prepares managers to better perform in their current positions and advance to the next level. You’ll gain business knowledge that will allow you to better work within any business or corporation.
What You’ll Do
The Master of Science in Management degree is designed for a non-industry specific education, giving you a broad managerial perspective.
- This degree will open doors for students and increase employment opportunities
- It will increase students' lifetime learning potential
- This degree will allow for promotional advantages
- This degree will increase confidence, maturity, and influence in the workplace
What Can You Do with a Management Master's Degree?
The Master of Science in Management is designed for non-industry-specific education, providing the student with a broad managerial perspective. Electives allow the Management student to focus on specific areas of management. In a climate of rapid changes, graduates of this program will be prepared for the challenges that managers will face. The program provides the business knowledge necessary to work within a business organization or corporation and enhances career options for those in other industries, such as health, advertising, non-profit, or engineering.
Requirements for Admission
In addition to the criteria established for general admission to graduate studies, applicants must have the following:
- Bachelor's degree* with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above.
- Graduate degree*
- Bachelor's degree* with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 - 2.74
- Regular Admission with documentation** of one of the following:
- 5 years of managerial work experience
- an active healthcare provider license
- recognized professional certification
- Regular Admission with documentation** of one of the following:
- Probationary Admission otherwise. They will need to complete the first 9 graduate credit hours with grades of B or better.
- Individuals with a Bachelor's degree* cumulative GPA under 2.50 may be considered for Probationary Admission with additional documentation** demonstrating the applicant's preparation for graduate school.
**Decisions about admission based upon the evaluation of a resume, a healthcare provider license, professional certification, or additional documentation would be made at the discretion of the Director of Graduate Business Studies. The healthcare provider license should be something like nursing, pharmacist, etc. that has recognized standards and requires continuing education. Examples of professional certifications include PMI Project Management, Six Sigma Green Belt, SHRM Certified Professional, Charter Financial Analyst, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Scrum Master, etc.
Foundational Knowledge Required+:
- Principles of Management (MG 301)
- QM 257 Business Analytics I or BA 601 Graduate Business Statistics Essentials
- Management Information Systems (MI 375/BA 605)
Outcomes & Careers
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98%
Successful Outcomes Rate
Students graduating with degrees from the Department of Management report being employed or furthering their education six months after graduation.
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$121k+
Human Resources Manager
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a Human Resources Manager is $121,220.
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$132k+
Sales Manager
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a Sales Manager is $132,290.
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$87k
Management Analyst
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a Management Analyst is approximately $87,660.
Management (MS)
The Master of Science: Management degree is especially well suited for people who do not have a major at the undergraduate level in business administration but are employed in positions with managerial responsibilities. The additional management training will allow managers to better perform in their current position and advance to mid-level managerial positions. The program provides the business knowledge necessary to work within a business organization or corporation and enhances career options for those in other industries, such as health, advertising, non-profit or engineering.
In addition to the criteria established for general admission to graduate studies, applicants must have the following:
- Bachelor's degree* with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above.
- Graduate degree*
- Bachelor's degree* with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 - 2.74
- Regular Admission with documentation** of one of the following:
- 5 years of managerial work experience
- an active healthcare provider license
- recognized professional certification
- Probationary Admission otherwise. They will need to complete the first 9 graduate credit hours with grades of B or better.
- Regular Admission with documentation** of one of the following:
- Individuals with a Bachelor's degree* cumulative GPA under 2.50 may be considered for Probationary Admission with additional documentation** demonstrating the applicant's preparation for graduate school.
**Decisions about admission based upon the evaluation of a resume, a healthcare provider license, professional certification, or additional documentation would be made at the discretion of the Director of Graduate Business Studies. The healthcare provider license should be something like nursing, pharmacist, etc. that has recognized standards and requires continuing education. Examples of professional certifications include PMI Project Management, Six Sigma Green Belt, SHRM Certified Professional, Charter Financial Analyst, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Scrum Master, etc.
Prerequisite Courses+:
- Principles of Management (MG 301)
- QM 257 Business Analytics I or BA 601 Graduate Business Statistics Essentials
- Management Information Systems (MI 375/BA 605)
Required Courses
- BA600 Organizational Behavior in Practice (3)
- BA620 Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods (3)
- BA630 Integrated Decision Information Systems (3)
- BA656 Applied Human Resource Management (3)
- BA664 Organizational Leadership (3)
- MG562 Organizational Theory & Design (3)
Choose 12 hours:
- BA657 Applied Research Project (3)
- BA658 Business Internship (3)
- BA661 External Environment of Business (3)
- BA662 Contemporary Issues in Business (3)
- BA667 Liability Risks in Products and Services (3)
- BA671 Business Topics Seminar (1-3)
- ER521 Topics in Entrepreneurship (3)
- ER531 Creative Problem Solving in Business (3)
- ER551 Managing and Growing the New Venture (3)
- ER562 New Product Development and Innovation Management (3)
- MG5xx Management 500 level course (3)
Choose one with the advice of the program coordinator
- GR698 Master's Final Comprehensive Examination (0)
- GR699 Master's Oral Examination (0)
M.S. Management Degree Map
Explore the courses you'll need to complete your degree
Graduate Assistantships
The graduate assistantship (GA) is designed to provide support during full-time graduate study. It’s an opportunity for the graduate students to serve in a professional role while establishing a professional relationship with faculty and administrators. In addition to a per year stipend, GAs gain valuable experience. There are two kinds of assistantships: teaching and administrative.
College of Business and Computing
The Master of Science in Management is housed within the College of Business and Computing. The College prepares students to find creative solutions to problems. Application and analysis merge, creating students ready to figure things out and then use that knowledge to make things better.
Graduate Coordinators
Graduate coordinators serve as the contact for graduate programs. The coordinators are most often faculty within the college which houses the program, helping you to get questions answered and first-hand knowledge of the degree requirements and placement opportunities.
Accreditations
Getting the Job
Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, sell your knowledge and experience—and if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. They’ll provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.
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