MS Management, Strategy & Leadership - Strategic Management
Program Overview
The Bisk Amplified program is meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience that caters to the diverse needs of students aiming to advance their careers. This program offers detailed course information that covers a wide array of subjects, ensuring that each participant gains in-depth knowledge and practical skills applicable to their field. The curriculum is structured to include both theoretical foundations and hands-on learning opportunities, fostering a robust understanding of the material. Courses are taught by experienced instructors who bring real-world expertise to the classroom, enhancing the learning experience and providing students with valuable insights into industry practices.
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Graduates of the Bisk Amplified program often find themselves equipped with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their careers. The program’s emphasis on practical application, combined with its supportive learning environment, makes it a top choice for those seeking to enhance their educational and professional prospects. By enrolling in Bisk Amplified, students invest in a future where they can achieve their full potential, backed by a program that prioritizes detailed course content and substantial student benefits.
Program Type
Masters
Program Format
Online
Courses
15 courses
Credit Hours
30
Next Start
01/06/2025
The Master of Science in Management, Strategy & Leadership concentration in Strategic Management from MSU addresses the need for highly trained professionals in this field by offering a specialized curriculum to help you create innovative solutions for overseeing an organization’s competitive strategy.
Career Opportunities
Projected Job Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment for management occupations is projected to increase 8 percent from 2021 to 2031, which is faster than the median rate for most other occupations.
For more information on other management occupations, visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics website: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/home.htm
Potential Outcomes
Graduates of the MSL Strategic Management concentration may qualify for a wide range of positions, including:*
- Product manager
- Program manager
- Controller
- Director of product management
- Marketing product manager
- Director of payment innovation
- Director of software engineering
- Finance manager
- Digital product manager
- Marketing manager
* Source: EMSI/Burning Glass Job Postings – Occupations: Mgmt. Occupations (11-0000); Education: Master’s; Skills: Strategic Mgmt., Innovation, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Decision Making; Timeframe: Apr ‘21 – Mar ‘22
What You Can Learn
The online Master of Science in Management, Strategy & Leadership features 10 core courses that explore topics in business strategy, leadership, negotiations and conflict resolution, international management, ethics and more.
In addition, students opting for a concentration in Strategic Management must complete the following four electives (each carrying 2 credit hours) as well as an elective of their choice from the Human Resources Management concentration:
- MGT 828 – Strategic Control
Learn to design strategic management control systems and use managerial accounting data to support strategy implementation and performance monitoring.
- MGT 843 – Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Develop the knowledge and capabilities to lead product development and manage successful new business ventures.
- MGT 856 – Corporate Strategy
Discover the management strategy behind multi-business firms, conglomerates and business groups. Topics will focus on mergers and acquisitions, firm scope, strategic alliances, corporate governance and leadership.
- MGT 873 – Strategic Decision Making
Understand the process of strategic decision making by identifying issues that impede and improve success and examining a range of contextual factors that influence the decision process.
The full program curriculum covers a range of additional topics essential for success in today’s business world, including strategic planning, competitive analysis, global strategy and change management.
This graduate degree is designed for experienced business professionals looking to maximize their potential in managing people and leading organizations, while enhancing their career opportunities.
To be considered for MSU’s online MS in Management, Strategy and Leadership program, you should have:
- 3 years (minimum) full-time managerial experience in a supervisory role and a high degree of potential for advancement to an organizational leadership role
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- 3.0 minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA)
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MS in Management, Strategy & Leadership Program Application Checklist
Start Your MSU Application ?
- Complete your online application with a $100 application fee (one-time, nonrefundable)
Order Transcripts ?
- Official transcripts from all college/university programs or courses of study attended prior to applying to Michigan State University
- Official military transcript (if denoting servicemember or military veteran status in application)
Provide Professional Resume, Essay & Recommendations ?
- Applicants’ resumes must include up to 20 years of work experience (if applicable).
- Applicants’ resumes must explicitly list supervisory vs. non-supervisory for each role within their work experience. If the role was supervisory, the applicant must include a range of direct reports.
- Applicants with military service must denote rank (and associated pay grade) for every position listed on their resume (military roles).
- 3 letters of recommendation from professional, work-related references, preferably supervisors. Letters should speak to your ability to work within and lead teams, and your contribution to a professional business environment are strongly recommended.
- Statement of intention essay (2 pages), detailing your direct supervisory and/or management experience, and stating how you see the degree furthering your career and organizational goals.
Please note, while the application deadline has been extended, if your application is submitted after April 5, 2024 we cannot guarantee consideration for the Summer semester.
Curriculum & Tuition
Tuition
Cost per credit hour: $1,130
Total credits: 30
About MSU’s Broad College of Business
Founded in 1855 on the ideals of democratization of knowledge, Michigan State University (MSU) is an inclusive, internationally recognized university with a mission of advancing knowledge and transforming lives. Michigan State University Online is the home to online programs from MSU's Eli Broad College of Business. These flexible programs are offered in a variety of structures and formats and designed for working professionals. Through the convenience of online, video-based e-learning with the added value of face-to-face networking in select programs, you can gain applicable industry knowledge and learn from the faculty thought leaders at one of the top research universities in the world.