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Master of Management (MM)
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Credits:
30-363-4 (full-time)
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Degree:
Master of Management
Program Description
The master’s in management provides leadership and management training with an introduction to the best of current industry practices in private, public, and nonprofit organizations. The curriculum consists of a core of management foundation coursework combined with concentration options that allow you to specialize in areas of interest. The program emphasizes the application of theory to management practice and includes a strategic management capstone.
Cambridge College Master of Management Program Highlights
The Master of Management at Cambridge College offers a flexible, affordable graduate degree option for adult learners:
- Experiential learning. A required management seminar series focuses on the development of people management skills and the integration of knowledge acquired throughout the program. The Cambridge College Consulting (C3) program – a student-run management consulting firm – provides additional opportunities to apply academic knowledge to real-world projects.
- Evening, weekend, and online classes. Convenient course options designed for working professionals help make it easier for you to balance work, family, and education.
- Affordable tuition. Cambridge College offers one of the lowest tuition rates in the country for a four-year private nonprofit college, and a variety of financial aid opportunities.
- Experienced faculty. Work closely with top faculty who bring diverse professional management experience to the coursework.
- Career-focused specialization options. Focus your management degree in information technology management, organizational leadership, or nonprofit management.
- No graduate school exams required. Cambridge College does not require a GMAT or other standardized graduate school tests for admission to the master’s in management program.
Cambridge College specializes in teaching adult learners with jobs and families – about 83% of our students are age 25 and older. With more than 300 students from 50+ countries, Cambridge College was also recently ranked as one of the most ethnically diverse colleges in the United States.
- Non-Profit Management Concentration: Prepare for careers in the public sector, with training including how to write a grant proposal, create and administer budgets, and read and interpret financial reports. Learn more.
- Organizational Leadership Concentration: Learn about organizational design and dynamics, as well as strategies to manage the performance of employees and the organization as a whole. Learn more.
- Information Technology Management Concentration: Learn about the role of information technology in an organization, and how to use IT effectively in a business environment. Learn more.
Master of Management Program Learning Outcomes
The master’s degree in management is designed to prepare you for high-demand management and leadership positions. Graduates of the program will:
- Have the skills to manage and lead others, and understand how to foster change and innovation in organizations.
- Develop strong communication, analytical, research, and decision-making skills.
- Understand the role of technology in organizations and how to manage information and financial resources.
Understand the importance of ethical and socially responsible decision making, and how to effectively promote diversity in organizations.
Management Careers
The management training you receive in this program opens the door to diverse career options. You’ll develop strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills that you can apply to any number of jobs. You’ll understand how businesses operate and how to affect change. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to take on new opportunities and new challenges.
Graduates of the Cambridge College management program are leaders in organizations ranging from small businesses, to large corporations, to nonprofits and government agencies. Job opportunities for management graduates include:
- Human resources manager
- Health care informatics manager
- Project manager
- Information technology manager
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Entrepreneur
How Much Do Managers Make?
According to PayScale.com, the average salary for someone with a Master of Management degree in the United States is $76K. Keep in mind that management salaries will vary depending on the industry and your level of professional experience.
Example Master of Management Courses
The management master’s degree curriculum features a core of management foundation coursework combined with several concentration and elective options that give you the chance to specialize in your area of interest. Sample management courses include:
- Organizational Environment
- Research Methods for Managers
- Strategic Management Capstone
View the full Master of Management (MM) program curriculum.
Master of Management (MM) Scholarships and Financial Aid
Get help with tuition and other expenses. Cambridge College offers grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study programs to help with tuition and other costs. Learn more about applying for financial aid.
Many companies also offer tuition assistance programs that can help to pay for education. Find information about getting your company to help.
Related Programs at Cambridge College
Still exploring graduate degree options? You might be interested in learning more about these programs at Cambridge College:
Curriculum
1-2 additional courses required if assessments indicate need; credits do not count towards degree.
These courses must be completed before enrolling in the core courses. If these prerequisites were previously completed, degree credits are reduced from 36 to 30.
Provides incoming students with an orientation to the graduate management programs, including an overview of their philosophy and curriculum, and the benefits and rationale of the academic model. Introduces students to the resources of the College such as the learning management system, the online library and academic support services. Students meet with their academic advisor and develop their academic plans.
Choose 6 credits of elective courses from any of the offerings in the MBA or MM programs to meet career and academic goals.
Prerequisities: MMG 511, MMG 512, MMG 514, MMG 725, MMG 733. Strategic management is concerned with managerial decisions and actions taken in order to ensure the success and sustainability of the entire organization in an environment of competition, change and uncertainty. The objectives of the course are to build an understanding of the key concepts in strategic management and the competitive business environment that organizations fade, and to develop skills in applying the concepts to analyze real world situations. The course integrates prior leaning in courses such as organizational environment, accounting, finance and marketing.
Core Faculty
Senior Instructor
Adjunct Instructor
Admissions
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Admission Test:
No standardized graduate school tests required.
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Admissions Office:
1-800-829-4723
- Application Form:
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Application Fee:
$50, nonrefundable ($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 the School of Management
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
Graduate program applicants, please complete the transfer credit request form if you wish to have prior course work evaluated for transfer. Learn more.
Tuition
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Credits:
30-36
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Cost per credit hour:
$658
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Application Fee:
$50, nonrefundable ($100 for international students)
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Health Insurance Fee:
$3,652 - Required for Massachusetts students only. See waiver details on Tuition & Fees page.
Note: Rates are as of July 2021, 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