鈥淭he holistic leadership development and networking opportunities were beyond valuable. The availability and warmth of the professors was amazing 鈥 they genuinely care about their students and want them to succeed.鈥
鈥 Nick Winneberg, 2023 MSM Graduate
Online Master of Science in Management
Apply by December 9, 2024, to Receive up to a $10,000 Scholarship* Upon Enrollment.
Customize Your Management Expertise and Advance Your Career
In 12 to 24 months, you can cultivate your leadership style, become a transformational leader and earn three career-focused graduate certificates alongside your MSM degree. You'll jumpstart your leadership success as you demonstrate your new skills, such as critical thinking, strategic decision-making and different ways to manage individuals, teams and organizations.
OHIO'S online Master's in Management degree is deeply career focused. You'll earn a Management and Leadership Graduate Certificate as part of the required coursework. Within the online MSM curriculum, you'll customize your degree by selecting two more graduate certificate options and a capstone providing coursework dedicated to your career goals.
You'll learn from renowned strategy consultants, organizational psychologists, economists, decision scientists and Fortune 500 talent development experts in a warm and collegial community to graduate with expert knowledge and experience.
Beyond academic excellence, our online MSM students become part of a vibrant community that values personal and professional growth. You'll have extensive opportunities for meaningful connections within personalized and executive-group career coaching, the Executive Mentorship program and professional development sessions led by industry experts.
51社区鈥檚 online MSM program offers a comprehensive and transformative journey toward leadership excellence. Take the first step today and unlock a world of opportunities for career advancement and personal development.
Program Benefits
- 100% online coursework
- AACSB-accredited College of Business
- Earn 3 graduate certificates alongside your degree
- Offers 9 career-focused specializations
- Accelerated 1-year option available
- Best-in-class career support
- Professional networking powerhouse
- Personalized coaching
Meet the Demand for Trained Management Professionals
Whether you want to advance in your current organization or explore new opportunities, our online Master's in Management program gives you the edge you need to thrive in mid- and upper-management positions.
The Bureau of Labor Services projects an 8% growth rate in management occupations through 2031.2 This means there will be about 1.1 million openings each year, on average, waiting for skilled professionals like you.
Earning OHIO'S online MSM degree can unlock your potential to step into the position you deserve and enjoy a median annual salary of $116,880 per year.2
Learn more about the career paths waiting for you when you earn your MSM online.
Online Business Certificates
In addition to the Master of Science in Management degree and Management and Leadership Graduate Certificate incorporated within the curriculum, you will select two graduate business certificates from the following list:
Business Analytics Certificate
Hit the ground running with a certificate program that teaches you how to use what you learn in the classroom immediately. Designed for students with no prior knowledge of business analytics. Learn to summarize, visualize and manage data in a variety of business environments.
Business Analytics Leadership Certificate
Not a data person but recognize the importance of it in today's business landscape? Learn to leverage information systems, drive analytics strategy and create analytics culture in any industry using an executive perspective.
Business Venturing & Entrepreneurship Certificate
This certificate provides the ideation and business venture skills to bring an innovation-based approach to an established or new business.
Human Resources Management Certificate
You'll get a comprehensive understanding of human resources management so you can become a more confident and knowledgeable leader in the workplace with this HRM certificate.
Operations and Supply Chain Management Certificate
This certificate prepares you with foundational operations and project management skills and knowledge of lean six sigma process improvement to excel as an operations professional.
Strategic Sales and Sales Leadership Certificate
This certificate prepares you with cutting-edge skills in sales leadership, customer relationships and sales analytics to become a more efficient, productive and experienced sales leader in the workplace.
Executive Management for Health Care Professionals Certificate
This certificate pulls courses from the Analytics, Management and Operations graduate certificate curriculums, with an added elective of your choice. You'll gain the management and analytical skills needed to operate within the complex healthcare management world.
Finance Certificate
You鈥檒l learn capital budgeting, valuation techniques, and efficient decision-making processes. Gain knowledge and experience with industry-standard tools as you cover Corporate Finance, Financial Markets and Institutions, and Investments to enhance your career in finance.
Project Management Certificate
This certificate is designed to equip you with essential management and leadership skills aligned with industry standards like the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). The program focuses on project management processes, change management, and risk management.
Build Multidisciplinary Skillsets for Modern Management
11 Total Courses | 33 Total Credits
Designed to provide you with a powerful blend of business, analytics and management skills, OHIO'S online Master's in Management program offers a flexible, 100% online format that allows you to study when and where it's best for you.
The online MSM curriculum empowers you with career-focused graduate certificate options that give you expert-level knowledge in your area of interest.
You'll join a vibrant and diverse community of faculty and peers who will support you every step of the way and ensure you have the resources and guidance to achieve your goals.
Whether you pursue the online MSM program part-time to graduate in two years or opt for the accelerated one-year program as a full-time student, we are committed to providing an exceptional learning experience that propels your career forward.
Start Your Application Today
No GRE/GMAT Required | No Prerequisite Courses
Spring 2025:
- Application Deadline: 12/09/24
- Classes Begin: 01/06/25
To apply to OHIO's online master's in management degree program, you will need the following:
- Bachelor鈥檚 degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Official transcripts for all previously attended undergraduate and graduate institutions
- Two letters of recommendation
- A personal statement
- Current resume detailing professional experience
- $50 application fee
Earn a Flexible, Affordable Online MSM Degree
$27,984 Total Tuition | $848 Per Credit Hour | Scholarships Available
OHIO is committed to offering affordable, competitive tuition and has been recognized as a best-value university by U.S. News & World Report. In addition, alumni and employees of corporate partners enrolling in one of the eligible online graduate degree or certificate programs are eligible for a 15% OHIO Online Incentive Scholarship.
Listed tuition is for estimating purposes only and is subject to change.
Financial Aid
OHIO is committed to offering affordable, competitive tuition and has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as a best-value university by U.S. News and World Report. In addition, student veteran, active military members, alumni, and corporate partners are automatically eligible to receive a 15% scholarship. Depending on your background, costs and credit hours will differ.
Online MSM $10,000 Scholarship
Apply by December 9, 2024 to receive up to a $10,000 Scholarship* upon enrollment in the online MSM program.
Virtual Information Sessions
We invite you to join us for one of our free, live information sessions to discover what you can achieve with our online programs! Hear from our program directors as well as recent graduates who share their own experiences in the program. Contact us for the next event date or watch a recent info session recording now.
Webinars
Gain valuable insights from faculty, staff, graduates and other subject matter experts in OHIO's Online and Hybrid Graduate Business Programs. Listen in as we discuss key topics that are relevant to you.
To find out about the next webinar - call us at 740-924-5725 to speak with a knowledgeable Admissions Advisor.
Graduate with a Master's + 3 Certificates
In OHIO's customizable online MSM program, complete the core courses equivalent to a graduate certificate, then earn two additional graduate certificates as you complete your degree.
Course Structure Infographic Transcript
In this graphic, the modular nature of OHIO's MSM degree program is explained. Students complete the core courses equivalent to a graduate certificate, then can customize their Online MSM by choosing two more Certificates from the nine diverse graduate certificate options available. Upon completion, students graduate with the online Master's in Management degree as well as three graduate certificates.
Analytics for Anyone
Modern business demands an understanding of data and how to leverage it in nearly all positions and roles. That's why at OHIO's College of Business, we integrate analytics into the fabric of our graduate programs so that every graduate is equipped for today鈥檚 increasing digital world.
- Practice-Based Curriculum: From day one in our analytics courses, you will start practicing new analytic techniques (not just being lectured about them) and learning to use tools that are available in most business settings.
- Career Opportunities: Analytics skills are already in-demand in most career areas, and the number of analytics-focused jobs is increasing in all industries.
- Approachable, Customizable Offerings: The base-analytics training that is a core component of our programs is designed to be approachable and useful for all business professionals, however we also offer more in-depth programs. From full master's to concentrations, certificates and elective courses, we provide a range of offerings so students can develop advanced data skills to stand out in their field.
New $10,000 Scholarship
Apply by December 9, 2024 to receive up to a $10,000 Scholarship*鈥痷pon enrollment in the online MSM program.
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Engagement Experiences
Alongside 100% online MSM courses, OHIO offers a number of opportunities for you to expand your knowledge, network and field experience while being supported through world-class career services.
- Live, virtual office hours with your professors
- Leadership Development Conference
- Executive Mentorship
- Fireside Chats with Industry Leaders
- Group Consultancy
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Online Learning at OHIO
51社区 has a long tradition of offering online programs specifically designed for the modality and created for working professionals. Our online students complete engaging, comprehensive coursework that combines the academic excellence and experience-based learning of a traditional program with all the flexibility and convenience of online study.
With asynchronous courses and part-time scheduling (one course per seven weeks), you can earn your degree while maintaining your current work and personal commitments. Virtual office hours give you the opportunity to connect with peers and faculty. Access your coursework 24/7 and complete your assignments on a schedule that fits your life.
What You'll Learn
- Use managerial tools to evaluate organizational performance.
- Assess judgments that inform strategic decision-making.
- Evaluate problems or situations critically and strategically.
- Demonstrate organizational systems thinking by combining content and process components of the system.
Program Outcomes
Complete the online MSM program as a transformative manager prepared to take on organizational challenges in any setting. You will have the leadership skills to empower your team to achieve their goals and the specialized expertise to advance in your industry.
Learn From Management Experts
Students in the online MSM learn from a group of tenured instructors, executives-in-residence with deep industry experience and PhDs in fields like management, organizational psychology, analytics, entrepreneurship, strategic leadership and economics. OHIO faculty model intentional leadership in the classroom and prioritize inclusion and mentorship throughout the program.
As a student, you'll benefit from:
- Individualized support
- Career guidance throughout the program
- Industry-connected faculty to broaden your professional network
Related Programs
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Online Master of Business Administration (MBA)
In our flexible, AACSB-accredited program, you'll develop business intelligence and leadership expertise to create a competitive advantage for your organization while advancing your career. Choose from nine concentrations.
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Online Operations and Supply Chain Management Certificate
Master the skills to efficiently manage operations and supply chain challenges with our Online Operations and Supply Chain Management Certificate. Gain the foundational knowledge of Lean Six Sigma process improvement to excel as an operations professional.
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Healthcare Management Certificate Online
Advance your career as a leader in the health care field with our online Executive Management for Healthcare Professionals Certificate. Develop essential skills in analytics, managing teams and effective communication to shape the future of health care.
Answers to Common Questions
Find answers to common questions about the online Master's in Management program. For information not covered here, our expert admissions team is available to provide additional details and guidance.
Does the online Master's in Management program offer scholarships?
Yes! New MSM students may qualify for up to a $10,000 scholarship. See details on the online MSM tuition page.
Note that student veterans, active military members, 51社区 alumni and corporate partners are eligible to receive up to a 15% incentive scholarship.
You will be automatically considered for the higher value scholarship.
Is the online Master's in Management program accredited?
Yes. 51社区's College of Business is accredited through the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This esteemed designation is held by less than 5% of business schools worldwide.
Does the online Master's in Management program require an entrance exam like the GMAT or GRE?
No entrance exams are required for admission. You can learn more about what you'll need to apply to the online MSM program on the admissions page.
Does the online Master's in Management program require work experience?
No previous work experience is required for admission to this program, so you can apply directly after graduating from an undergraduate program. For more information about requirements, visit our admissions page.
Does the online Master's in Management program have a residency component?
Coursework is delivered 100% online. However, students in the MSM program are required to attend our on-campus Leadership Development Conference. This two-day learning opportunity allows students to network with their peers, program faculty and alumni in person while attending general business presentations and MSM-specific breakout sessions.
Does Ohio offer any career support for online students?
Yes, for more information on the benefits of our Graduate Career Acceleration Team, visit the online student career support page.
Sources and Disclaimer
- Mid-Program MSM Outcomes Survey October 2021, the following positive outcomes were reported by recent OHIO Online MSM graduates
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Management Occupations. Retrieved October 10, 2024, from
- U.S. News. Best Online Master鈥檚 in Business Programs. Retrieved on October 10, 2024, from
* Students must enroll in 51社区鈥檚 online MSM program, be accepted by the University, and first start classes on January 6, 2025 to be eligible for this scholarship. Students receiving full tuition, education benefits or other incentive tuition scholarship offers from the University are not eligible for this scholarship. For eligible students, the scholarship will then be prorated and credited towards tuition on a course-by-course basis throughout the full duration of the program in an amount not to cumulatively exceed $10,000. Please note that the scholarship offer is for tuition only and is not refundable to you. Additional restrictions may apply, and the program is subject to change.
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