Management

Master of Science

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Program Requirements

The MSM program is based upon the students working in a wide range of organizations; they must be adept at understanding the relationship of one’s self to the organization in a way that brings them to a level of mastery. The program consists of twelve 3 (three) credit hour courses. Two of the courses (six credit hours) pertain to the student’s graduate integrative, independent study project. The other ten courses (thirty credit hours) provide an in-depth exposure to core management areas that are applicable to a wide range of situations and organizations. For some concentrations, students select elective course(s) to compliment the core requirements. These students may select any business course as long as the prerequisite requirements are met. Certain courses from other divisions of the University may be taken as electives. Students should consult with their academic advisor when selecting program electives.

Within the core MSM program, students may choose from options that include the MSM Management program, Health Care Administration, Homeland Security, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Military Leadership*, Public Administration, and Transportation and Business Logistics.

Qualifications for Degree

To qualify for the Master of Science in Management degree, a student must successfully complete a minimum of 36 credit hours (12 courses), including an independent study project intended to enhance a student’s occupational interest through the application of theory and practice. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and complete the program within five years.

MSM Management Program

Twelve courses are required for program completion; the ten courses immediately below and two additional courses to be selected from the elective offerings. While some course sequencing is important, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace.

As an alternative to the MSM Management program shown above, students may select a program from one or more of the concentrations shown below:

MSM with a Concentration in Health Care Administration

To fulfill the requirements for the MSM with a concentration in Health Care Administration, students must complete an 18-credit hour business management core, a 12-credit hour concentration and six elective credits. While some course sequencing is important, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the MSM with a concentration in Health Care Administration.

MSM with a Concentration in Homeland Security

Issues involving homeland security have become a priority at all levels of the corporate world. Business professionals need to know the problems involved and be prepared to adapt to the ever changing landscapes in homeland security and maintain a safe and secure work environment. To fulfill the requirements for the MSM with a concentration in Homeland Security, students must complete an 18-credit hour business management core, 15-credit hour concentration in Homeland Security and three elective credits. While some course sequencing is important, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the MSM with a concentration in Homeland Security.

MSM with a Concentration in Human Resource Management

To fulfill the requirements for the MSM with a concentration in Human Resource Management, students must complete an 18-credit hour business management core, a 12-credit hour concentration and six elective credits. While some course sequencing is important, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the MSM with a concentration in Human Resource Management.

MSM with a Concentration in Marketing

To fulfill the requirements for the MSM with a concentration in Marketing, students must complete an -18-credit hour business management core, a 12-credit hour concentration and six elective credits. While some course sequencing is important, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the MSM with a concentration in Marketing.

MSM with a Concentration in Military Leadership

The Master of Science in Management program with a concentration in Military Leadership is designed to meet the growing needs of the Delaware National Guard leader. Enrollment is restricted to selected members of the Delaware National Guard. The military, as well as civilian business, is regularly challenged in its quest to identify, acquire and develop or identify those candidates with leadership capability. The National Guard, with its multiple constituencies, has particularly complex leadership situations. This concentration is addressed to the Delaware National Guard leader. To fulfill the requirements for the MSM with a concentration in Military Leadership, students must complete a specific 36-credit hour program. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the MSM with a concentration in Military Leadership.

MSM with a Concentration in Public Administration

To fulfill the requirements for the MSM with a concentration in Public Administration, students must complete an 18-credit hour business management core, a 12-credit hour concentration plus six elective credits. While some course sequencing is important, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the MSM with a concentration in Public Administration.

MSM with a Concentration in Transportation
and Business Logistics

To fulfill the requirements for the MSM with a concentration in Transportation and Business Logistics, students must complete an 18-credit hour business management core, a 15-credit hour concentration plus three elective credits. While some course sequencing is important, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the MSM with a concentration in Transportation and Business Logistics.