Master of Science in Management Practice

M.S. Management is an action learning program designed to help students identify and develop the skills necessary to manage contemporary organizations. M.S. Management integrates theory and practice in a way that helps you manage and serve in a dynamically changing workplace.

During the 20 month program you will:

• Earn a master's degree from Greenville College
• Learn from faculty with real-world experience
  
• Work closely with practicing or aspiring managers and organizational leaders
• Complete an action learning project to effect change within your organization
• Use management theory to address daily operational challenges and implement long term strategic goals

Effective Learning for the Workplace

A wide variety of master's level business programs exist, and one of your most difficult choices is deciding which program fits your needs. Greenville's M.S. Management is ideal for students who want to develop practical management skills. The program emphasizes highly relevant, workplace-based situations by requiring students to produce an Action Learning Project. It utilizes a practical approach that benefits working professionals because it allows the immediate integration of actionable knowledge and critical thinking skills in their working environment.

Students will participate in hands-on learning methods, which will allow them to reflect on practices encountered in the workplace along with decision-making skills that can impact workplace situations. More importantly, action learning allows a student to take on a project with the purpose of solving an identified problem and generating new, actionable knowledge for the workplace.

Students are fully engaged with their organization throughout the master's program. This approach allows meaningful and positive changes to be implemented along with critical reflection.

Costs

The 2013-14 tuition for M.S. Management is $418 per credit for the 33 credit hour program. Tuition is subject to change each fall. Anticipated tuition and fees for the 20 month program are approximately $13,909, which includes a graduation application fee of $115. Students are responsible for the cost of textbooks and are encouraged to rent or use e-books if they prefer.

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Format

Courses are offered entirely online.

M.S. Management is formatted to meet the needs of working adults. Students will use Greenville's online learning platform to submit assignments, discuss organizational issues, and stay connected with professors and peers.

Greenville College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.