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Business Administration
Master of Business AdministrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2023-2024 academic year.
Earn an MBA entirely online in just 15 months for about $21,000. The online Master of Business Administration program at University of Maryland Global Campus is designed for busy professionals looking to gain the skills and knowledge that today’s employers need. Learn from faculty members who are active or former professionals in industry, government, and non-profit organizations and discuss course concepts with classmates who have a range of professional and life experiences. Course materials are available as no-cost electronic resources through UMGC's online classroom for most courses in this online program, so you can save money on textbooks. And, the GMAT is not required for admission!
Program Highlights
- Create an enterprise strategy: Design, analyze, and evaluate a global market strategy.
- Apply legal concepts: Identify and apply key legal concepts in the business environment.
- Manage workforce strategy: Devise a strategy for managing an organizational workforce that will create strategic value.
- Plan global operations: Build a project plan for a U.S. company to establish a footprint overseas.
- Make financial decisions: Make investing and capital budgeting decisions based on accounting and finance principles.
- Develop a marketing strategy: Develop a marketing strategy that includes design, implementation, and evaluation.
- Demonstrate leadership: Lead, facilitate, and collaborate with diverse teams to achieve organizational objectives.
- Present innovative ideas: Create and manage new organization-wide enterprises and initiatives.
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 30 credits. Take the following courses in the order listed:
- (6 Credits, MBA 610)
- (6 Credits, MBA 620)
- (6 Credits, MBA 630)
- (6 Credits, MBA 640)
- (6 Credits, MBA 670)
Career Preparation
This online program is designed to help you prepare for management careers in business, government, or nonprofit organizations. UMGC's online MBA program courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that today’s employers seek.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend you have strong writing and analytical skills as well as basic IT knowledge before starting the MBA program.
Total Program Credits
30
Transfer Credits
None
Format
- No transfer credits accepted
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $694 per credit (in-state)
- $694 per credit (out-of-state)
- $480 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Management: Marketing
Master's SpecializationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2023-2024 academic year.
Earn an online Master of Science in management with a specialization in marketing at University of Maryland Global Campus. This career-focused online program is designed to help you build your knowledge and experience and advance in your profession. Study in our convenient online classroom with knowledgeable professors who bring their decades of real-world experience with them. Plus, with no-cost electronic resources replacing textbooks in nearly all of our courses, you can complete your degree at a significant savings. Why wait? Enroll today and take the next step in your career.
Program Highlights
- Market products: Develop strategies to successfully market products or services to individuals or organizations.
- Maximize engagement: Create an optimal communications strategy to maximize engagement with a product or brand.
- Use metrics: Measure the effectiveness of a marketing program and make recommendations for improvement.
- Go digital: Develop digital strategies combined with direct marketing methods to promote customer relationships.
- Apply principles: Apply relevant legal and ethical principles to prevent and resolve dilemmas in marketing situations.
- Develop global strategy: Devise appropriate marketing strategies in the context of competitive global environments.
- Analyze brand equity: Analyze the role of brand equity to achieve sustainable competitive advantage.
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 36 credits.
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
- (6 Credits, MGMT 630)
- (3 Credits, MGMT 640)
- (3 Credits, MGMT 650)
Specialization Courses
- (6 Credits, MRKT 620)
- (3 Credits, MRKT 602)
- (3 Credits, MRKT 603)
- (3 Credits, MRKT 604)
- (3 Credits, MRKT 605)
- (3 Credits, MRKT 606)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, MGMT 670)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you prepare for an important role as a marketing professional. Potential job titles include marketing manager, digital marketing manager, market research analyst, and more. The skills you learn in this program may be applicable in a number of professional contexts, including work in the public sector, private sector, and non-profit sector. UMGC courses are taught by experienced faculty members, and address skills and competencies that today’s employers seek.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend a recent background in finance or accounting, as well as statistics. Strong writing skills are also encouraged.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
- $524 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $480 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Management: Human Resource Management
Master's SpecializationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2023-2024 academic year.
Earn an online Master of Science in management with a specialization in human resource management at University of Maryland Global Campus. Gain career-relevant skills that can help you stand out in today’s competitive market. Study in a convenient online classroom with knowledgeable faculty members who are valued leaders in the field. Take advantage of our lifetime career services, which are comprehensive and available to all UMGC alumni at no cost. Why wait? Enroll today and advance your career in human resources!
Program Highlights
- Manage work environments: Apply knowledge of laws and regulations to produce a safe work environment.
- Evaluate strategies: Assess the effectiveness of performance appraisals and compensation management.
- Create new programs: Implement new training, development, and rewards programs.
- Diagnose problems: Identify problems and create solutions for managing virtual and global teams.
- Design training plans: Create employee training plans that align with company strategy.
- Recognize diversity: Facilitate a work environment that respects differences in cultures and worldviews.
- Utilize technology: Collect, analyze, and interpret HR data using the latest technologies.
- Recruit candidates: Create efficient and effective recruitment policies to support organizational goals.
Required Courses
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
- (6 Credits, MGMT 630)
- (3 Credits, MGMT 640)
- (3 Credits, MGMT 650)
Specialization Courses
- (3 Credits, HRMD 610)
- (3 Credits, HRMD 620)
- (3 Credits, HRMD 630)
- (3 Credits, HRMD 640)
- (3 Credits, HRMD 650)
- (3 Credits, HRMD 651)
- (3 Credits, HRMD 665)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, MGMT 670)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you prepare for HR careers in a variety of professional contexts. The skills you learn in this program will translate over to industries in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. UMGC courses are taught by experienced faculty and address competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
To be successful in this program, we recommend that students have a strong background in matters of statistics and either finance or accounting. Strong writing skills are also encouraged.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
- $524 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $480 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.