Master of Science in Management (MSM) - 100% Online

Affordable. Accredited. One year completion for full-time students.

The MSM degree at UTC will help you become a skilled manager of people within any industry through personal career coaching and instruction on organizational planning, leadership dynamics, decision-making, business ethics, communication, and other essential management skills.

The Master's in Management develops skills and knowledge within the areas of:

• Leadership
• Project management
• Human resource management
• Navigating individual differences
• Basic business knowledge

An MSM from UTC provides

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Masters of Science in Management (MSM) and the Master of Business Administration (MBA)?

For a concise overview of the differences, view the MBA vs. MSM Comparison Chart located at the top of the MSM Curriculum page.

How quickly can I complete the MSM program?

Time to completion is typically less than two years (five semesters) for part-time students working full-time.

Time to completion is typically three semesters or one year for full-time students who are not working full-time.

Can I be admitted to UTC's MSM program if I don't have a bachelor's degree in business?

Yes, any undergraduate major is eligible for UTC's MSM program!  All applicants must meet the MSM admission criteria including completion of a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or foreign equivalent prior to beginning the MSM program.

Interested but not quite finished with your bachelor's degree?  You are welcome to apply now.  When you finish your bachelor's degree, send your final transcripts with degree conferral to UTC as soon as possible to complete your MSM application and learn your admission decision.

How is an applicant's GPA used in the MSM admission process?

The UTC Masters of Science in Management program requires applicants to have a minimum GPA of 2.70 for all undergraduate work taken for the baccalaureate degree. Because the UTC Graduate School will allow graduate programs to admit students who meet other GPA criteria, UTC's MSM program may consider for admission applicants who meet one or more of the following GPA requirements from a regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent:

• 3.00 GPA for the last two years of undergraduate academic coursework OR
• 3.00 GPA for 30 or more semester hours of undergraduate credit after earning the first bachelor's degree OR
• 2.70 GPA for the last two years of undergraduate academic coursework and a 3.00 GPA on fewer than 24 hours of graduate coursework OR
• 3.00 GPA for 24 or more graduate hours OR
• An earned master's degree or higher-level degree with at least a 3.00 GPA

Note: All GPAs are based on a 4.0 point scale; the last two years of undergraduate coursework are equivalent to approximately 60-70 semester hours or 90-100 quarter hours. All credit hours counted toward the degree are included in the calculation including credit transferred to the final conferring institution.

Are graduate assistantships available to MSM students?

A limited number of graduate assistantships are available to graduate students. To be considered for an assistantship, applicants must meet all GA requirements including full-time student status and the ability to travel to campus regularly.  You should submit all MSM program application materials to the UTC Graduate School following the instructions on the MSM Admissions page and then complete and submit the RCOB graduate assistant application to the RCOB Graduate Programs Office. GA applications may be turned in at any time, but priority application deadlines are the following dates:

• Fall Semester: April 1
• Spring Semester: October 15

You may also apply for assistantships outside of UTC's Rollins College of Business (RCOB). Non-RCOB assistantship information (e.g. eligibility requirements, application form, financial package) can be found on the Graduate School page.

How much does an MSM cost? What is the cost for in-state vs. out-of-state tuition?

Visit the MSM tuition and fees page for more information.  Note: Textbooks and other MSM course materials are not included in the program tuition and fees. 

Are you interested in learning more about the MSM degree? Did we miss something in this MSM FAQ? At UTC, we’re here to help. Complete an inquiry form with your MSM program questions and our recruitment coordinator will be in touch. Hint: On the inquiry form, type “management” in the field to narrow down your options when asked for your program of interest. Then, choose “MS Management (Online).”