n the Master of Science in Management program, students develop the managerial skills necessary to advance as leaders in the private or public sector. Students gain a thorough understanding of management theory and techniques, and learn how to apply them through hands-on learning experiences. Graduates of this program emerge with the interpersonal, analytical and strategic knowledge necessary to successfully manage and implement change in today's organizations. This degree is designed for early career professionals from non-business backgrounds in liberal arts, engineering, mathematics, technology and other fields. Most MS degrees can be completed in four quarters of full-time study or eight quarters of part-time study. The MS in Management degree offers the added benefit of providing 24 credits toward an MBA should you decide to pursue one in the future.