The Master's (M.S.) program is designed for people who are interested in the use of research methods and approaches in applied settings. Most of the M.S. coursework is offered during evening hours to accommodate individuals who are working during the day. This program provides fantastic training for individuals ultimately interested in doctoral training in substantive fields that employ quantitative and qualitative research methods, examples of such fields include education, psychology, the health sciences, and public policy.<br><br>The program in provides training in the foundations of research methodology, educational measurement, and program evaluation. Students in the M.S. program receive comprehensive training through a core set of required courses, as well as hands-on, practical experience obtained through field experiences, practicums, and internships coordinated and supported by ERM's Office of Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Services (OAERS). Students are able to tailor portions of the curriculum to meet their professional and academic goals through elective courses that allow students to gain a concentration in a particular methodological area of interest, such as program evaluation, educational measurement and assessment, or statistical modeling.