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The purpose of the M.S. in Management program is to provide the management practitioner with scholastic depth and contemporary management and leadership skills to meet the challenges of today’s global organizations. By focusing on the role of the manager at the micro and macro levels, and embracing the manager-as-leader paradigm, the program focuses on the reality and challenging nature of contemporary organizational systems that require change and innovation for organizations to remain competitive in a global environment.
Program Competencies
In addition to the University’s graduate school competencies; students will have an advanced level of applicable knowledge in the following areas as appropriate to one’s field of study:
1. The student will compose and articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively in writing and verbally, demonstrating proficiency in diverse professional settings.
2. The student will develop and demonstrate leadership qualities that influence and inspire teams, fostering organizational success and evaluating personal growth.
3. The student will analyze and apply critical thinking frameworks to real-world challenges, formulating creative and strategic solutions.
4. The student will evaluate and utilize business knowledge and digital tools to enhance decision-making and optimize organizational performance in technology-driven environments.
5. The student will incorporate global ethics and cultural diversity into their leadership style, demonstrating responsible decision-making.
Program Design
The M.S. in Management program incorporates a methodology that provides students with a deep appreciation of the skills and knowledge required for decision-making and problem solving. Streams of emphasis include today’s contemporary organization, strategy, global realities of diversity and culture, management for innovation and change, creativity, leadership, technology, the global market, and the management of teams. The program is designed for individuals who are seeking to make a strong contribution to their organization, profession, and global society while advancing and promoting their careers. The program is organized through a series of accelerated 7-week courses that are offered online and at locations in Delaware.
Program Requirements
The M.S. in Management program is based upon students working in a wide range of organizations; students must be adept at understanding the relation of the manager to the organization in order to gain mastery. The program consists of 10 three-credit hour courses, which include five program core courses: MGT 6400 Global Leadership, MGT 7300 Business Finance, MGT 7750 Strategy and Decision-Making, MIS 7000 IT in Business, and MGT 8000 MSM Business Simulation. Courses provide an in-depth exposure to core management areas that are applicable to a wide range of situations and organizations. Throughout the M.S. in Management program, students may have the opportunity to complete elective coursework at the graduate level to complement program core requirements. Unless otherwise indicated these course codes (courses) include: MBA (except 5850/5900/6000), MCM, MGT, MHR, MHS, MOL, MPA, MSP, NPM, HCA, and IST (IST 7000 level courses only). Students should consult with a program Chair or advisor when selecting program electives.
As an alternative to the standard M.S. in Management program, students may select a program with one of the following concentrations:
Health Care Administration
Human Resource Management
Marketing
Organizational Leadership
M.S. in Management students must satisfy all degree and course requirements as outlined in the catalog in effect at the time of initial enrollment at Wilmington University, as well as achieve an overall cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 in all graduate studies with Wilmington University.
Registration
It is highly recommended that students complete MGT 6400 as their first course in the M.S. in Management program. Prior to registering for a second course in the program students should:
The M.S. in Management program is based upon the belief that students must understand the importance of management and leadership skills in various types of organizations within a global environment.
MGT 6400 Global Leadership
MGT 7300 Business Finance
MGT 7750 Strategy and Decision-Making
MIS 7000 IT in Business
MGT 8000 MSM Business Simulation
MGT 7395 Management Development
MGT 7504 Ethical Issues in Management
MGT 7507 Strategic Management
MGT 7508 Change Management
MGT 7667 Diversity in the Workplace
In combination with program core coursework, the M.S. in Management with a concentration in Health Care Administration includes courses centric to the ever-changing environment of health care. Students will demonstrate knowledge of a variety of health care issues including health policy, insurance, demand for services, and legal and ethical issues in today's global environment.
HCA 7700 Seminar in Health Care Administration
HCA 7720 Health Policy and Economics
HCA 7730 Health Insurance and Reimbursement
HCA 7740 Legal Aspects in Health Care
HCA 7745 Marketing in the Health Care Sector
In combination with program core coursework, the M.S. in Management with a concentration in Human Resource Management includes courses centric to equipping individuals with the essential competencies necessary to lead and develop the human capital of organizations, which is necessary for business executives now and into the future. This program is ideal for human resource professionals seeking to diversify their portfolio of competencies to advance their career, profession, and organizations.
MHR 6503 Law, Regulation and the Workplace
MHR 7600 International HR
MHR 7650 Compensation and Benefits
MHR 7800 Seminar in Human Resource Management
MHR Elective
In combination with program core coursework, the M.S. in Management with a concentration in Marketing includes courses centric to providing students with critical knowledge surrounding management issues affecting marketing in both the domestic and global environments. Students will also work to formulate business strategies, including addressing sales goals, marketing goals, and customer service needs.
MBA 7604 New Business Ventures
MBA 7606 Business to Business and Business to Government Marketing
MBA 7610 Salesmanship and Sales Force Management
MBA 7600 Global Marketing Management
MBA 7603 Market Research and Consumer Behavior
MBA 7608 Integrated Marketing Communications
MBA 7615 Marketing Analytics
In combination with program core coursework, the M.S. in Management with a concentration in Organizational Leadership includes courses centric to providing students with the opportunity to research, assess, and understand key aspects, issues, and dynamics related to innovative leadership practices. This program is designed to address the importance for today's leaders to develop/improve skills and capabilities to both manage and lead organizations in a diverse and multi-cultural environment. Key areas of focus include decision-making strategies, team facilitation, interpersonal relations, as well as change and crisis management.
MOL 6700 Innovation & Crisis Leadership
MOL 6800 Global Performance Management
MOL 6900 Communication & Teams
MOL 6950 Current Topics in Leadership
MOL 6600 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Organizations
MPA 6503 Administrative Law
This information applies to students who enter this degree program during the 2024-2025 Academic Year. If you entered this degree program before the Fall 2023 semester, please refer to the academic catalog for the year you began your degree program.
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