Location:

Winfield, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Organizational Leadership

Program Overview

Program Description:

Southwestern College’s Master of Science in Management (MSM) program focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary for any manager to be successful. Organizations today need very complex and diverse managers and leaders. They are not just expected to be experts in their particular field, but they are expected to understand the many aspects of business as well as how to lead the organization to success. The program seeks to develop leaders for today’s complex and diverse business environments and to prepare them for leading an organization to success. This program provides learners the necessary skills in important business areas including; project management, human resource management, finance, organizational ethics and statistical analysis. The program also emphasizes relationship management and introduces the learner to a variety of leadership theories and styles, as well as the opportunity to develop personal leadership skills. The Master of Science in Management program combines courses in business and leadership to provide a strong foundation for any person wishing to make a positive difference in their workplace, church, community or personal life. The MSM program is available completely online and may be completed in 20 months of continuous study.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

Southwestern College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association, phone (312) 263-0456

Requirements:

To be admitted into the Master of Science in Management program, candidates must submit the following: • Southwestern College Professional Studies Graduate Program Application form – Application forms are accepted on an ongoing basis. No application admission fee is charged. • Official transcripts of all prior college/university coursework – Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale). • Two confidential letters of recommendation – at least one from a current or former employer • A one page Admissions Essay – submit your written statement electronically to graduate@sckans.edu or via mail or fax to 316.688.5218. • Resume- Applicants should have at least three years of professional work experience.