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Online Management Master's Degree

Interdisciplinary Studies
in Management

Management: Interdisciplinary Studies in Management
Master's Specialization
AT A GLANCE
  • 36 credits
  • Transfer up to 6 credits
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
TUITION
  • $514 per credit (in-state)
  • $659 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $480 per credit (military)
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Next Session Starts
August 17

Gain advanced skills and broad exposure to all the major areas in management for maximum career flexibility.

The online master’s in management specialization in interdisciplinary studies in management at University of Maryland Global Campus can provide you with fundamental skills in human resources, project management, marketing, information systems, and more. Boost your professional value and learn the skills you need for maximum career flexibility.

Total Credits Required: 36

Initial Requirement

  • (0 Credits, UCSP 615)

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, MRKT 600)
  • (3 Credits, ISAS 600)
  • (3 Credits, HRMD 650)
  • (3 Credits, MRKT 601)
  • (3 Credits, PMAN 634)

Capstone Course

  • (3 Credits, MGMT 670)

  • (6 Credits, MRKT 620) may be taken instead of (3 Credits, MRKT 600) and (3 Credits, MRKT 601).
    • (6 Credits, MGMT 630) (or (3 Credits, MGMT 610) must be taken within the first 6 credits.
  • (3 Credits, MGMT 610) and (3 Credits, MGMT 615) may be taken instead of (6 Credits, MGMT 630).
  • (3 Credits, MGMT 640) should not be attempted simultaneously with (3 Credits, MGMT 650).
  • You must complete 24 credits of program coursework, including all core courses, before enrolling in (3 Credits, MGMT 670).

General Master's Degree Requirements

  • You must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher at all times.
  • All degree requirements must be fulfilled within five consecutive years.
  • Any transfer credits must have been earned within the five-year time frame to be applied toward a graduate degree.

Please review the overall master’s degree requirements for additional considerations.

This is our recommended course sequence to progress through this program. This sequence incorporates course prerequisites and program requirements but does not list course alternatives that may be available. We recommend you take a maximum of 6 credits per term. You cannot take a prerequisite with its subsequent course during the same session. Your plan will be unique and dependent on multiple factors, including the number of credits you transfer to this program.

Contact an advisor if you any questions about this plan, course alternatives, or your course load limit.

Sequence Course
1
(0 Credits, UCSP 615)
2
(6 Credits, MGMT 630)
3
(3 Credits, MRKT 600)
4
(3 Credits, MGMT 640)
5
(3 Credits, HRMD 610)
6
(3 Credits, MGMT 650)
7
(3 Credits, HRMD 620)
8
(3 Credits, ISAS 600)
9
(3 Credits, HRMD 650)
10
(3 Credits, MRKT 601)
11
(3 Credits, PMAN 634)
12
(3 Credits, MGMT 670)
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These requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022–2023 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

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Master’s Degree Requirements

In addition to the specific course requirements outlined on each master's degree webpage, UMGC maintains certain requirements for all master’s degrees.
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Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Assess Performance
Analyze employee performance at the individual, group, and organizational levels.
Enrich Your Workforce
Learn how to motivate and incentivize employees through programs and training.
Train Employees
Design management training programs for managers using presentation software.
Apply Management Skills
Complete coursework and questionnaires to identify your management style.
Utilize Advertising
Market an organization's services with advertising and sales promotions.
Manage Workplaces
Manage culturally diverse work environments and work groups.

Industry Snapshot

This program is designed to help prepare you for a career that spans human resources, project management, marketing, and information systems.

7.9M+
Professionals
There are more than 7.9 million management professionals in the United States as of 2020.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | “Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics” | May 2020

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Experience Recommended for Success

  • If you lack a recent background in finance or accounting, you should take
    (0 Credits, UCSP 620) before
    (3 Credits, MGMT 640).
  • If you lack a recent background in statistics, you should take
    (0 Credits, UCSP 630) before
    (3 Credits, MGMT 650).
  • Taking
    (0 Credits, UCSP 605) is recommended to improve writing skills.

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