Management and Technology, M.S.*

OSRHE Program Code: 216
CIP Code: 521301
Major Code: 1606
Option Codes:

• Analytics - 1607
• Enterprise Management -1608
• General - 1609
• Industrial Leadership - 1610

Purpose

The Master of Science in Management and Technology program is designed for a professional with work experience. The program imposes a workload that requires a high degree of discipline and commitment on the part of the student. This degree program uses case studies to reinforce theoretical learning along with interactive activities where management and technology intersect. The MS program culminates in a capstone for students to participate in experiential learning projects.

Specialty Accreditation

The Master of Science in Management and Technology program offered through the College of Business and Technology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (11520 West 119th Street, Overland Park, KS 66213, 913-339-9356). http://www.acbsp.org

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Apply technology to management situations.
2. Demonstrate interpersonal and collaborative skills.
3. Apply ethical decision making and critical analysis to business situations.
4. Demonstrate effective communication skills.

Admission, Retention and Graduation

Admission. Beyond the admission requirements for the Graduate College, admission to the Master of Science in Management and Technology program requires:

1. A current resume showing all academic honors and work experience.
2. Two letters of recommendation if undergraduate GPA is less than 3.0
3. An official Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) may be required if the prospective student’s undergraduate GPA is less than 2.6.

A prospective student who does not have an undergraduate degree in a business discipline may be required to complete a Common Profession Component (CPC) course. Receiving a minimum score of 80% of the final exam of the CPC Ivy Software components as approved by the MBA Director. Such courses may include: 1) Financial Accounting, 2) Business Math and Statistics, 3) Principles of Marketing, 4) Principles of Management, 5) Understanding Corporate Finance.

The admission decision is based on an evaluation of all application materials submitted by the individual. Conditional admission may be allowed on a case by case basis with no more than 9 hours taken prior to meeting requirements.

Advisement. The Graduate College assigns students an advisor upon admission to graduate studies. It is the candidate’s responsibility to make an appointment with the advisor prior to enrollment to discuss policies and procedures relevant to the degree program. Conferring with the student, the advisor develops the plan of study, assists in the selection of classes, and counsels the student.

Retention and Graduation. The candidate for the Master of Science in Management and Technology degree must satisfy the following requirements:

1. Continue to meet the Graduate College’s Retention Standards. See the Academic Information   page for more information.
2. Monitor degree progress using the degree audit system in the goNSU portal.
3. Meet Graduate College policies detailed in Academic Information  and Master’s Degree Requirements  regarding GPA, minimum grades, coursework age, residency and institutional / state regulations governing degree conferral.
4. Successfully complete MGMT 5853 Integrative Project or Research to the satisfaction of the Program Director and the sponsoring organization.