An MBA can prepare you for a business career as manager, administrator, or business owner.
DEGREE TYPE
Master's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Graduate
LOCATION
Online
Online Masters of Management
MS
Online
Online
DEGREE TYPE
Master's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Graduate
LOCATION
COLLEGE
DEPARTMENT
Prepare to move up in your career. Prepare to be fearless.
No bachelor's degree in business? The MS in Management Online at SEMO prepares you for advancement by using your existing experience instead of prerequisites to increase your promotional opportunities and your knowledge base.
All of the programs within the Harrison College of Business and Computing hold the accreditation of the AACSB, an honor held by only 6% of business programs worldwide. Accreditation by the Network of International Business Schools (NIBS) recognizes us for the "deep" internationalization of all facets of our business program, meaning you can enter the field of international business with confidence.
Where Bold Ideas Take Shape
Students earning an online masters of management will learn business and management skills vital to moving into higher managerial positions. More specifically, you’ll drive real change:
- Customize your degree with by choosing electives relevant to your field
- Complete an internship for credit giving you hands-on experience.
- Work with and learn from faculty with industry experience.
What Can You Do with an Online Master's Degree in Management?
The additional management training you earn with your master’s degree in management can help you stand out in your current position and prepare you to take on higher positions.
MS in Management Online Career Opportunities
- Project Manager
- Management Analyst and Consultant
- Operations Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Industrial Production Manager
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MS in Management Online by the Numbers
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Top 6%
Business Programs Worldwide
SEMO's AACSB Accreditation puts us in the top 6% of business programs worldwide.
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$102K
Project Management Specialist
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the median annual salary for project management specialists is $101,610.
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$146K
Human Resources Manager
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the median annual salary for human resources managers is $145,750.
Masters of Science in Management
The Master of Science in 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
- 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.
*Degrees earned from a U.S.A. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent.
**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.
Management MS 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)
+ SEMO Courses or equivalent courses from another regionally accredited or foreign equivalent institution. Three or more years of managerial work experience with a significant level of responsibility may be accepted towards MG 301 – Provide a current resume for evaluation.
Master of Science Online 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)
What will it cost?
Harrison College of Business & Computing
This program is housed in the Harrison College of Business and Computing. The College prepares students for the global marketplace. Alumni work for some of the world’s largest corporations to some of today’s most innovative startups. The focus is on creating and innovating, data and trends, supported by faculty mentors who themselves are leaders in business and computing.
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Online Learning at SEMO
When it comes to your success, we do whatever it takes. Online learning at SEMO takes the same reputable college courses taught by Southeast faculty and makes them available anytime, anywhere.
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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, and sell your knowledge and experience—if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. Our boldly supportive faculty will provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.
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