M.S. in Management
Personalize Your Management Degree To Meet Your Goals
Become a confident and effective manager in 9–16 months.
Tell us about yourself.
Gain access to a program brochure, connect with an enrollment advisor and get a head start on your application.
100 Percent Online or Hybrid
Complete the program fully online or pursue a mix of on-campus and online coursework that suits your schedule.
Tuition Under $23K
Earn your degree and advance your career at an affordable tuition.
No Prerequisites or GMAT/GRE Required
Learn foundational coursework and become equipped as a management professional regardless of your background.
Optional Concentrations
Dive deeper into a specific business area with a concentration in business analytics, data science, finance, leadership, marketing or product management or choose any elective courses that fit your goals.
Overview
Merrimack’s online Master of Science in Management (MSM) is an accessible, customizable and flexible program designed to fit your career goals, budget and schedule.
Tailor your coursework with a concentration in business analytics, data science, finance, leadership, marketing or product management to upskill in areas you’d like to gain experience or in subjects that interest you. Core management skills sought by today’s businesses round out a focused, cutting-edge skillset that will stand out to employers.
Customize Your Degree With a Concentration
These optional concentrations offer a deeper dive into each business sector that you can pursue as part of your Master of Science in Management or as a standalone 12-credit certificate:
- Business analytics
- Data science
- Finance
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Product management
Career Outlook
Management jobs are projected to grow by 11.9 percent. The formation of new organizations and the expansion of others should lead to more than 1,258,854 new management jobs by 2034. Potential career paths for M.S. in Management graduates include:
Business development manager
$81,001
median annual salary
Director of operations
$101,131
median annual salary
Director of strategy
$140,082
median annual salary
Source: Lightcast, March 2024
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Merrimack College was named No. 33 in Best Regional Universities North by U.S. News & World Report (2024).
NECHE-Accredited
Merrimack College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Why Merrimack
Merrimack makes it easy and convenient to change the trajectory of your professional career.
- Online or hybrid learning.
- Six in-demand concentrations.
- 9-16 month completion time.
- Full-time or part-time pace.
- Dedicated career advisors.
- Professional development workshops and networking events.
What Our Students Are Saying
“This program was a good fit for me because I was able to do it around my own schedule. It can be hard to find a work-school-life balance, but this program allows you to have that freedom.”
“I really can’t thank the graduate program faculty enough for their support in helping me find a job and a job that I actually enjoy.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Students in the M.S. in Management program are required to complete 32 credits. On average, students can earn their degree in 12 months at a part-time pace or 16 months at a full-time pace. This timeline may vary depending on how many credits are taken each semester.
Some courses throughout the degree are offered on campus, and students can choose to attend the course in person or participate in the course online. All courses take place on weekday evenings.
Yes. Students have a variety of options to fund their education. Request more information, and an enrollment advisor will contact you to answer your questions.
Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:
- Understand the program admission criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply.
- Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application.
- Know what to expect in your online classroom, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes and more.
- Have an immediate line of support in the event you have questions or need clarification about the M.S. in Management program.
Unlock Your Management Potential
Stand out from the MBA crowd and emerge as a leader with an M.S. in Management.
Begin Your Journey