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Online Master of Science in Management: Interdisciplinary Studies in Management

Management: Interdisciplinary Studies in Management
Master's Concentration
DEGREE AT A GLANCE
  • 36 credits
  • Transfer up to 12 credits
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
TUITION RATES
  • $544 per credit (in-state)
  • $659 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $336 per credit (military)
  • Other fees may apply
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Boost your career potential by earning a Master of Science in management with a concentration in interdisciplinary studies at University of Maryland Global Campus. This unique online program combines managerial coursework from several different subject areas, allowing you to broaden your knowledge base and stand out in the market. Study in our convenient online classroom with knowledgeable faculty members who bring their decades of experience with them. Save time and money on your degree thanks to our generous transfer credit policy. Ready to get started? Apply now!

Develop Key Management Skills in Multiple Disciplines

We’ve designed this program specifically for those wishing to learn a variety of managerial skills without limiting themselves to one area of expertise. By enrolling in this unique 36-credit online master’s program, you’ll learn key management fundamentals in the fields of finance, organizational theory, human resources, project management, information systems, and marketing. Whether you’re new to the field, changing careers, or just looking to advance in your current organization, this program will help you ensure that you have the broad knowledge base needed to thrive in a variety of professional contexts.

Here are a few benefits of this online program:

  • We offer a broad range of elective courses within this program, allowing you to further customize your educational experience by studying even more management topic areas.
  • You can join one of our management-related student organizations, including the National Society of Leadership and Success, as well as the Society for Human Resource Management, UMGC chapter.
  • Our courses are taught by experienced faculty members with decades of experience in the field.
  • If you are certified as a Project Management Professional by the Project Management Institute, and your certification is current and valid, you may receive credit for (3 Credits, PMAN 634).

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Gain Career-Focused Experience in Interdisciplinary Management

In today’s interconnected world, where companies are expected to master a variety of workflows and challenges, employers are looking for professionals with a broad knowledge base and the skills to tackle any problem that might arise. This online program is designed to help you develop multidisciplinary, career-relevant skills in project management, business development, workflow management, and process improvement.

Our program directors refresh and update the curriculum regularly, with a focus on helping students achieve the following:

Unlock Your Career Potential

This program is designed to help you prepare for management careers in almost any modern setting. The skills you gain in this program translate to most industries in the public and private sectors. Potential job titles include product manager, business development manager, and executive director. UMGC courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.

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1.2M+
Annual Openings
About 1.2 million management openings are projected each year, on average, between 2023 and 2033 due to employment growth and the need to replace retiring employees.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | Occupational Outlook Handbook | Last Reviewed: March 1, 2025
25M
Professionals
The global economy needs 25 million new project management professionals by 2030.
Source: Project Management Institute | "Talent Gap: Ten-Year Employment Trends, Costs, and Global Implications" | June 2021

Practice Real-World Skills in Your Online Courses 

As you work through our career-relevant curriculum, your instructors will assign projects that may help you prioritize real-world skills and experience. In the past, students have been able to complete the following course projects:

  • Develop a presentation that demonstrates how knowledge management, strategic thinking, and learning organizations impact organizational effectiveness.
  • Develop a strategic marketing plan that includes competitive strategies related to marketing communications (e.g., advertising, digital marketing), marketing research, pricing, and distribution.
  • Analyze various case studies to reveal technical and organizational issues, along with relevant operational considerations. Then, develop a briefing on recommended technical software and hardware tools that meet stated organizational requirements.
  • Develop a project management plan incorporating the various project life cycles of a project from initiation, planning, executing, monitoring/control, and closure.
  • Craft a comprehensive labor relations strategy based on given union collective bargaining agreements and allegations related to unfair labor practices.

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Gain insight from our faculty and delve deeper into a range of topics, including how to build an effective career as a project manager, as well as the traits that make up a good leader.

 

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