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Management (MS)

With a master’s degree in management from A&M-Commerce, you will be prepared to create value for your company by leading others and embracing opportunities.

Where It Is Offered
Online
Duration 1 year full-time
Total Credit Hours 30 credit hours
No GRE or GMAT required
Thesis Requirements No thesis required

Develop Your Business’ Resources as a Manager

Position yourself for success! The Master of Science in Management is a rigorous program that focuses on developing professionals who identify opportunities and create value by leading people and managing resources. The program will develop your marketable skills as you build a repertoire of relevant managerial tools and techniques and their practical applications using case study and experiential learning methods. In particular, you'll strengthen your knowledge in the areas of supply chain management, operations management, project management, quality management, human resource management and entrepreneurship.

Nationally-Ranked Affordable Programs

The College of Business has been recognized by the highly anticipated U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2023 for several programs.

  • 60th for Best Online Graduate Business Programs (Excluding MBA)
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SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED WITH A DEGREE IN MANAGEMENT

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Career Readiness

The College of Business offers an in-house Career Services Center focused on guiding business students seeking internships or employment.

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Nationally Accredited

The College of Business is one of only 800 schools worldwide to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

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Industry Connections

Through guest speakers, company tours and internships, professional networking, and other opportunities, students, faculty and alumni are connected with  the business community.

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Accomplished Faculty

Engage with exceptional faculty who are industry leaders and significant scholars, producing cutting-edge research in their field.

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Curriculum

Prerequisites for non-business undergrad majors

Prerequisites for non-business undergrad majors

Get your basics. Don't have an undergraduate degree in business? No problem, we've got you covered.

  • Business Concepts and Tools (MGT 503)

Core Management Courses

Core Management Courses

Develop Professional Skills. Dive into topics like organizational behavior, operations management, and human resource management, covered in the core courses

  • Management Research Methods (MGT 595)
  • Management and Organizational Behavior (MGT 585)
  • Managerial Metrics and Decision Making (MGT 571)
  • Current Issues in Human Resource Management (MGT 592)
  • Operations Management (MGT 575)
  • Strategic Management (MGT 527)

Electives

Electives

Make it your own. Customize your degree with electives covering a wide range of business subjects.

  • 4 Management courses from the COB catalog

Available Minors

Available Minors (4 Courses)

Invest in your future. Stand out from the crowd by adding a minor to your degree.

  • Business Analytics
  • Cyber Security
  • Digital Marketing
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Financial Planning
  • Economics of U.S. Healthcare
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Corporate Management
  • Real Estate

Available Certificates

Available Certificates ( no prerequisite courses required)

Get noticed. Add a certificate to boost your job skills and get hired!

  • Auditing and Forensic Accounting
  • Business Analytics
  • Economics of US Healthcare
  • Operational Excellence
  • Tax Accounting
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PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

A degree in management will offer you the opportunity to:

  • Develop critical thinking skills and applied management skills.
  • Learn from award-winning faculty with wide-ranging research interests.
  • Build a repertoire of relevant managerial tools and techniques.
  • Prepare for challenging careers in for-profit and non-profit organizations.
  • Recognize opportunity and value creation by leading people and managing resources.
  • Hone project management skills and learn to develop comprehensive project plans.
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Faculty Spotlight

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I believe that all organizations have room for improvement and good management science is on the leading edge of providing answers that will change organizations for the better.

Brandon Randolph-Seng, Ph.D.
Professor of Management

Inspire. Innovate. Impact.

Mario Hayek, Ph.D.
Professor of Management
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Is this Program a Good Fit for You?

Management students are typically interested in:

  • Developing a greater repertoire of managerial tools and techniques
  • Project management
  • SAP
  • Six Sigma supply chain management
  • Human resource management
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Alumni

Procurement is my passion and I believe I am in the right career for my skillsets and personality.

Travis A. Ball
Chief Procurement Officer and HUB Coordinator
Graduated 2004
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I am motivated by seeing our students succeed in their lives and making sure that my family always feels cared for, supported and loved.

Bethany Ferrall, M.S.
Graduated 2022, 2022, M.S. Management & 2017, M.S. Higher Ed Administration
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What You Will Learn

Through challenging, fast-paced coursework and collaboration with accomplished peers, the Master of Science in Management is a specialized program of study ideally suited for individuals seeking an educational experience with a coursework concentrated in leadership dynamics, supply chain management, and/or human resources management. You will develop the managerial tools needed to become professionally ready for any challenge.

Courses to Prepare You for Your Career

  • The foundation course covers topics including foundations of management, marketing environment and finance for decision-makers
  • Core business management courses including Management and Organizational Behavior, Quality Management and Global Strategic Management
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Featured Courses

Quality Management & Six Sigma MGT 591

You will focus on the continuous improvement of processes, relationships, products, and services. Students completing this course will be able to establish and improve processes in educational institutions, engineering and manufacturing organizations, health care facilities, financial institutions, governmental agencies, and service organizations using Quality Management philosophies and Six Sigma tools.

Electronic Commerce MGT 522

You will address key business and strategic management applications relevant to the use of internet technologies, including but not limited to internet business models, customer interface, market communications, and valuation. In addition, you will be exposed to technical issues.

Current Issues in Strategic Management MGT 528

You will cover current issues in strategic management, including but not limited to such topics as competitive analysis, mergers and acquisitions, managerial ethics, global strategy, and corporate culture. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking skills.

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Careers

The Master of Science in Management program provides students with the scientific knowledge and practical skills needed for effective leadership and management within dynamic business environments. Graduates are well-positioned to transition quickly when internship and job opportunities present themselves.

Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries

Project
Management
$108,000
Operations
Management
$116,000
Strategy
$114,000

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Course Delivery and Resources

Our programs are designed to be flexible, meeting the needs of working professionals who want the convenience of a fully online degree, full-time students who prefer face-to-face classes and blended options for those who need the convenience of both. We offer a graduate-level business degree to fit your lifestyle and career aspirations.

Two-Year Course Rotation

Need help planning your schedule but you don't know where to start? Check out our Two Year Course Rotation!

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Student Organizations

Management Club

Management Club is an academic club that is here to assist you in the business world, enhance your skills, and prepare you for leadership roles in your career. You are welcome to join, management major or not. We provide you an opportunity to develop personally and professionally through experiences such as touring companies like Amazon and L3, interactives meeting like resume builders, and hosting network events. We also participate in the yearly Lions Innovation Business Competition.

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Graduate Business Program Costs

Program Costs

Use the following links to get further information to tuition and fees, financial aid and scholarships.

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Management (MS):: Domestic Admissions

Admission

Deadlines

Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Note: This program is not available to international applicants.

Your Path to Becoming a Lion

Step 1. Submit Application

Submit Application

  • Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
  • Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”

  • Select “Management, MS” as your “Major.”
  • Pay the $50 application fee.

Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.

  • After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.

Step 2. Submit Documents

Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.

Official Transcripts

Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].

  • We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.

All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.

We accepts evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.

  • If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
  • If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.

Postal Alternative

If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:

Texas A&M University-Commerce
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011

We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact [email protected] for more information.

One Letter of Recommendation

Request one signed letter of recommendation, on letterhead, from a professional who can attest to your goals and ability to succeed in the program. That individual should:

Postal Alternative

If you are unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:

Texas A&M University-Commerce
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011

Personal Statement

Describe your preparation for graduate work and your academic interests and goals in no more than 500 words.

Resume or CV

Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.

Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status

  • Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.

Step 3. Apply for Financial Assistance

  • Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
  • Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
  • Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.

Step 4. Register for Classes

Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist is here to help you complete registration.

Contact your Graduate Advisor if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.

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DEPARTMENT CONTACT

Penny Dodd Graduate Enrollment Specialist for College of Business/Adjunct Faculty
Rebecca Stevens Graduate Student Services Coordinator: College of Business, College of Humanities Social Sciences and Arts, and Non-Degree
Xiaoliang (Alan) Zhang Graduate Advisor for the College of Business
Stacy Roberts Administrative Assistant
Alex Williams, Ph.D. Department Head and Associate Professor of Management
Susan Garrison Financial Aid Advisor
College of Business Mentoring and ADVISING Center
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  • Commerce, TX 75429-3011
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