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Management Studies Bachelor's Degree Program
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Credits:
120
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Degree:
Bachelor of Science
Program Description
The Bachelor of Science in Management Studies provides a comprehensive management curriculum that covers both management theory and effective, practical management techniques. Management courses cover topics such as strategic planning, finance, diversity issues in the workplace, and ethics in business. As a management studies major, you’ll also develop skills in marketing and sales, human resource planning, and managing information system technologies in corporate and not-for-profit environments. The program includes hands-on learning opportunities and culminates with a research project in a management area of your choosing. Management studies classes are offered online and in classroom settings.
Cambridge College Management Studies Bachelor's Degree Program Highlights
Master the skills and strategies needed to effectively manage people and navigate complex business challenges, and serve as a leader in a variety of management situations. The Management Studies program at Cambridge College offers a flexible, affordable option for earning your bachelor’s degree and taking the next step in your career.
- Flexible evening, weekend, and online classes. Balance work and family time with the help of convenient evening/weekend intensive and online classes. Our programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of adult learners – 83% of our students are age 25 and older.
- Affordable tuition. Our tuition rate is among the country’s most affordable for a four-year private nonprofit college. We also offer a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help you with the cost of education. Explore financial aid opportunities at Cambridge College.
- Experienced faculty. Learn directly from practicing scholar-professionals, many of whom are distinguished business leaders in the Boston area. You’ll also benefit from small classes and personal interaction with professors and other adult learners.
- No SAT or ACT tests required. Get started on your management degree quickly and efficiently. We offer an easy online application and do not require SAT or ACT tests for admission to our undergraduate programs.
- Convenient locations. All of our classroom locations are close to public transportation and/or offer free parking for students. Join us for a casual information session or open house to learn about programs at:
- Accounting Concentration: Learn more.
- Health Care Management Concentration (undergraduate): Develop a practical understanding of health care administration including economic, financial, and regulatory concepts within health care systems. Learn more.
- Hospitality Management Concentration: Learn the fundamentals of management for the hospitality industry, with a focus on restaurant front of the house and back of the house management, and on hotel management. Learn more.
- Information Technology and E-Business Concentration: Learn about managing the information systems of an organization, including infrastructure design, server management, security, e-business strategy, and marketing. Learn more.
Find more information about specializing your management degree
View all undergraduate programs at Cambridge College.
Management Studies Bachelor’s Degree Program Learning Outcomes
When you major in management studies at Cambridge College, you’ll graduate with the knowledge and the skills to:
- Communicate effectively and professionally, negotiate, and work as part of a team.
- Understand business processes and organizational systems and demonstrate practical skills in accounting, economics, ethics, and finance.
- Manage diverse organizations and understand the importance of diversity in today’s global business environment.
- Use information systems, databases, and Internet technology as effective management tools.
- Create work environments that foster social responsibility, sustainability, and long-term growth.
Business Management Careers
The Bachelor of Science in Management Studies is a versatile degree that will prepare you for a wide variety of career pathways in business. It’s also an excellent investment – research has shown that earning your bachelor’s degree will (on average) almost double your lifetime earnings compared to those who do not complete a four-year degree.*
Graduates of the B.S. in Management Studies at Cambridge College have gone on to diverse leadership roles in both corporate and nonprofit organizations. Some have used their management training to start their own small businesses. A short list of career options for management bachelor’s degree graduates includes:
- Sales Manager
- Data Analyst
- Fundraising Manager
- Project Manager
- Public Relations Specialist
- Entrepreneur
- Human Resources Manager
- Events Manager
- Volunteer Engagement Manager
Learn more about career options for management majors.
Find information about salaries in Boston for management bachelor's degree graduates.
* Source: U.S. News and World Report
Example Management Studies Courses
These are just a few of the courses you’ll take as a management studies major at Cambridge College:
- Principles of Managing Organizations
- Financial Management
- Diversity in the Workplace
- Economics for Managers
View the full Management Studies bachelor’s degree program curriculum.
Management Studies Scholarships and Financial Aid
Get help with tuition and other education expenses. Right now, more than 86 percent of eligible undergraduate students who apply receive financial aid.
Undergraduate students may be eligible to receive federal grants, state grants, Federal Stafford Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans, and Federal Work Study Program. Learn more about applying for financial aid at Cambridge College.
Many companies also offer tuition assistance programs that can help to pay for your management degree. Learn more about getting your company to help.
Related Programs at Cambridge College
If you’re thinking about a bachelor’s degree in management studies, you might also be interested in learning more about these undergraduate programs at Cambridge College:
Curriculum
WRT101-102 and MAT101-102 may by waived if equivalent courses have been accepted in transfer. Credits will be replaced with open electives. WRT201 required if both WRT101-102 are waived; not required for students completing WRT101-102 at Cambridge. WRT090 and MAT100 required if assessment indicates need.
Arts & Humanities - 6 credits
Natural & Physical Sciences - 6 credits
Social Sciences - 6 credits
Choose electives and/or concentrations to support your academic interests and professional goals. (Course prerequisites must also be met.)
This course focuses on developing the communication skills necessary to be an effective member of an organization. Students will apply basic communication principles to the creation of effective business documents and oral presentations. The role of communication in team building and the use of technology to enhance messages will also be emphasized.
Prerequisite: WRT 101 and WRT 102, or WRT 201. The principles and tools of the strategic management process are the focus of this integrative course. Students will apply the knowledge and skills developed in the functional areas of management to formulate competitive, sustainable organizational strategies. Extensive use of case studies and simulations will require the ability to think critically and communicate clearly. The ethics of strategy implementation will also be emphasized.
Program Chair
Core Faculty
Senior Instructor
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Admissions
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Admission Test:
No SAT or ACT tests required.
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Admissions Office:
1-800-829-4723
- Application Form:
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Application Fee:
$50 ($100 for international students)
Health Requirements for Massachusetts Students
The Massachusetts Health Department and Cambridge College require the following of students in Massachusetts:
Immunizations – All students in Massachusetts are required to get certain immunizations before you can register for your first term. See form
Health Insurance – In Massachusetts, undergraduate students taking nine or more credits/term and graduate students taking six or more credits/term must enroll in the College’s health insurance plan. Students who have insurance with comparable coverage may request a waiver. See information and enroll or waive.
School Requirements
See Admissions Requirements for Undergraduate Programs
International Students
International students need to provide supplemental documentation:
- Official demonstration of English language proficiency
- Supplemental documentation for issuance of I-20
- International transcripts, evaluated by an accepted evaluation service
Transfer Credit
Undergraduate program applicants, once you are accepted, your official transcripts are evaluated for transfer credit.
Tuition
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Credits:
120
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Cost per credit hour:
$502
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Application Fee:
$50 ($100 for international students)
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Health Insurance Fee:
$2,290 (Required for Massachusetts students only. See waiver details on Tuition & Fees page.)
Note: Rates are as of June 2023, and are subject to change without notice. Rates apply to all students unless otherwise noted.
Financial Aid
Cambridge College offers financial aid to students in our degree programs who are enrolled at least half-time. Undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 6 credits each term. Graduate and doctoral students must be enrolled in at least 4 credits each term. Learn more
Grants, Scholarships, and Loans
Cambridge College welcomes the opportunity to support your efforts to pay for college. Federal, state, and local resources in the form of grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study, including Cambridge College Scholarships, are available to help defray the cost of tuition. Learn more
Getting Your Company to Help
Many companies have tuition assistance programs, designed to help their employees with their professional development. Learn more