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Quick Facts
Duration: 12 to 24 months, on average
Starts: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Class schedule: Weeknight classes available
Format: On campus, online, hybrid
On-campus location: Thousand Oaks
The MS in Management (MSM) is a one-year program designed for professionals who do not hold a business degree or don’t have extensive experience in the field. An excellent option for those who want to enhance their industry-specific experience with foundational business knowledge, this MSM degree can help you unlock higher-level roles or transition into management.
This program covers management theory and practice, giving you the skills that help you navigate the business world with confidence. You’ll learn the language of business so that you can communicate effectively with peers, stakeholders and leaders. See the MSM curriculum.
Master’s in Management Program Features
- Evening, online and hybrid classes that fit into your busy life and move at a pace that works for you
- Small class sizes where faculty know your name and guide your learning through meaningful collaboration
- Career-building skills you can apply immediately to benefit your organization
In this program, you will:
- Learn from business leaders who bring firsthand experience and insights from their industry success
- Build business knowledge in just one year with a program that takes you from team member to effective leader
- See business challenges strategically as you develop the management-level thinking and genuine confidence to address complex problems head-on
- Turn your unique background into a competitive edge by connecting your previous experience to your growing business acumen
- Join a supportive community that includes personal advisors, expert instructors and a network of professionals who share your career stage and goals
Career Support for Master’s in Management Students
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Business Intelligence Analysts
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Chief Executives
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Financial and Investment Analysts
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Financial Managers
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General and Operations Managers
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Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
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Marketing Managers
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Public Relations Specialists
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Sales Managers
Our students can go into these careers:
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Business Intelligence Analysts
$ 136k per year
Median Salary
3,614
Job Openings
37,384
Currently Employed
21.6%
Projected outlook
$ 112k per year
Median Salary
26,263
Job Openings
240,523
Currently Employed
28.1%
Projected outlook
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Chief Executives
$ 189k per year
Median Salary
3,569
Job Openings
51,478
Currently Employed
-4.1%
Projected outlook
$ 173k per year
Median Salary
23,911
Job Openings
304,105
Currently Employed
0.7%
Projected outlook
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Financial and Investment Analysts
$ 110k per year
Median Salary
3,164
Job Openings
43,186
Currently Employed
3.5%
Projected outlook
$ 101k per year
Median Salary
30,732
Job Openings
364,673
Currently Employed
8.4%
Projected outlook
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Financial Managers
$ 172k per year
Median Salary
8,712
Job Openings
104,004
Currently Employed
9.1%
Projected outlook
$ 160k per year
Median Salary
82,614
Job Openings
873,532
Currently Employed
14.3%
Projected outlook
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General and Operations Managers
$ 124k per year
Median Salary
29,662
Job Openings
306,916
Currently Employed
6.8%
Projected outlook
$ 103k per year
Median Salary
364,681
Job Openings
3,741,922
Currently Employed
6.8%
Projected outlook
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Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
$ 91k per year
Median Salary
12,955
Job Openings
117,792
Currently Employed
10.1%
Projected outlook
$ 76k per year
Median Salary
110,988
Job Openings
927,550
Currently Employed
14.4%
Projected outlook
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Marketing Managers
$ 170k per year
Median Salary
5,396
Job Openings
61,162
Currently Employed
3.6%
Projected outlook
$ 155k per year
Median Salary
41,861
Job Openings
417,450
Currently Employed
9.0%
Projected outlook
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Public Relations Specialists
$ 82k per year
Median Salary
3,244
Job Openings
34,528
Currently Employed
6.9%
Projected outlook
$ 70k per year
Median Salary
30,219
Job Openings
310,631
Currently Employed
8.2%
Projected outlook
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Sales Managers
$ 132k per year
Median Salary
8,555
Job Openings
110,830
Currently Employed
-0.5%
Projected outlook
$ 137k per year
Median Salary
55,888
Job Openings
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