The MA in Management (MAM) is a flexible program for students who are looking to add functional training to their liberal arts education, transition into a new career, and build management and technical skills. In addition to gaining foundational management knowledge, students can specialize their training by earning an optional concentration in entrepreneurship, information technology in management, leadership, marketing, or supply chain management.
Degree Requirements
The MAM consists of 32 semester units and can be completed in 2-3 semesters on a full-time basis or 4-5 semesters on a part-time basis.
MAM Degree Unit Breakdown
- Core Courses: 8 Units
- Elective/ Concentration or Certifcate Coruses : 24 Units
- Total Degree: 32 Units
Core Courses
- Business Analytics (4 units)
- Organizational Behavior (4 units)
- Either Drucker Philosophy or Marketing Management (2 units)
Additionally, all MAM students must complete the Financial Accounting milestone before the beginning of their second semester. This may be completed by:
- Submitting the syllabus of a financial accounting course completed in the last 5 years with a grade of B or better from an accredited university
- Submitting evidence of successful completion of a pre-approved Coursera course
- Demonstrating possession of a CPA license
Certificates & Concentrations
MAM students are strongly encouraged to earn one of the concentrations or certificates below to direct their studies and align with their professional goals. Each concentration or certificate consists of 12 units of approved electives in the subject area.
- Entrepreneurship (certificate)
- Information Technology in Management (concentration)
- Leadership (certificate)
- Marketing (certificate)
- Supply Chain Management (certificate)
In order to earn a specific concentration, students should consult their academic advisor on their eligibility and course requirements. Concentrations may only be added with departmental approval. Course offerings for each concentration vary year to year and cannot be guaranteed.
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Admission. Admission requirements are detailed in the Admissions section of the current Policies and General Information Bulletin.
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