Admission
Please refer to “The Graduate Admissions Process” section for general graduate admission information. For consideration and admission to the Master of Science in Management (M.S.M.) program, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution and satisfactorily submit or complete the following:
- A graduate application for admission accompanied by a non-refundable application fee.
- A minimum TOEFL® score of 173 on the computer-based version for applicants whose native language is not English or who have not graduated from an institution where English is the language of instruction.
- A program planning conference meeting with a program director or chair to discuss admission, candidacy, and program requirements is highly recommended.
M.S.M. applicants should review the section Advancement to Degree Candidacy below.
All required application and candidacy documents should be sent to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
Professional Certification Option
Wilmington University will award graduate-level credit for certain professional certifications. The credit for these professional certifications will be applied to a like course or courses in the curriculum or be accepted as an elective or electives if there are no corresponding courses in the respective program and the professional certification is in an appropriate field of study. Examples of professional certifications include: Certified Public Accountant; Certified Production and Inventory Manager; Certified Financial Planner; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt; and Senior Professional in Human Resources. Students who wish to be considered for graduate-level credit should apply to the M.S.M. Program Chair.
Program Purpose
The purpose of the Master of Science in Management program is to provide the management practitioner with scholastic depth and contemporary skills to meet the challenges of today’s global organizations. By focusing on the role of the manager at the micro and macro levels, and embracing the manager-as-leader paradigm, the program recognizes the reality and challenging nature of contemporary organizational systems that require change and innovation for organizations to remain competitive in a global environment.
Program Competencies
In addition to the University’s graduate graduation competencies; students will have an advanced level of applicable knowledge in the following areas as appropriate to one’s field of study:
- Apply contemporary leadership and management models and theories.
- Apply change frameworks and models.
- Apply legal principles to guide professional behavior and decisions.
- Articulate personal values and goals as guideposts for professional behavior.
Program Design
The program incorporates a methodology that provides students with a deep appreciation of the skills and knowledge required for decision making and problem solving. Streams of emphasis include today’s contemporary organization, strategy, global realities of diversity and culture, management for innovation and change, creativity, leadership, technology, the global market and the management of teams. The program is designed for individuals who are seeking to make a strong contribution to their organization, profession, and global society while advancing and promoting their careers. The culminating independent project serves to provide students the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge. Classes are offered at the Wilson Graduate Center, Middletown and Brandywine campuses on weeknights, Dover on weeknights, Dover Air Force Base on weekends, and Georgetown on weeknights.
M.S.M. Program Requirements
The M.S.M. program is based upon the students working in a wide range of organizations; they must be adept at understanding the relationship of one’s self to the organization in a way that brings them to a level of mastery. The program consists of twelve 3 (three) credit hour courses. Two of the courses (six credit hours) pertain to the student’s graduate integrative, independent study project. The other ten courses (30 credit hours) provide an in-depth exposure to core management areas that are applicable to a wide range of situations and organizations. For some concentrations, students select elective course(s) to compliment the core requirements. These students may select any graduate business course with MBA or MGT prefixes as long as the prerequisite requirements are met. Certain courses from other colleges of the University may be taken as electives. Students should consult with their academic advisor when selecting program electives.
As an alternative to the standard M.S.M. program, students may select the program with one of the following concentrations: Health Care Administration, Homeland Security, Human Resource Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing Management, Military Leadership*, Organizational Leadership, Public Administration or Sports Management.
Registration
Register for either MGT 6501 or MGT 6503 as the first course in the M.S.M. program. MGT 6501 is highly recommended as the first course to be taken in the program.
Prior to registering for your second M.S.M. course you should:
- Meet with a program director or chair for a program planning conference. Please have a transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable) available for the conference.
- Submit an official transcript from an accredited college, university, or other degree-granting institution, verifying completion of a bachelor’s degree. Send official transcript(s) directly from the identified college or university to the Wilmington University Graduate Admissions Office.
*Enrollment in the M.S.M. with a concentration in Military Leadership is restricted to selected members of the Delaware National Guard.
Advancement to M.S.M. Degree Candidacy
Students in the M.S.M. Program are advanced to degree candidacy after completing four courses with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0, provided they have:
- Submitted an official transcript from their undergraduate institution confirming receipt of their baccalaureate degree.
- Completed a program planning conference.
- Successfully completed MGT 6501.
Students missing any of these items will not be permitted to continue their M.S.M. studies until the deficiency or deficiencies have been eliminated.
Master of Science in Management (M.S.M.) Program
Twelve courses are required for program completion; the ten courses immediately below and two additional courses to be selected from the elective offerings. While some course sequencing is important, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace.
Courses
| MBA 7600 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7591 | Leadership and Communication | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 7800 | Strategy in Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| MHR 7830 | Finance and Accounting for Managers | 3 |
| MOL 6600 | Legal and Ethical Aspects of Organizations | 3 |
| | Two Electives | |
Total of courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
As an alternative to the M.S.M. Management program shown above, students may select a program from one or more of the concentrations shown below:
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Health Care Administration
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) analysis of decision making as it relates to Healthcare Administration and 2) demonstrating knowledge of health policy, insurance and reimbursement. To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Health Care Administration, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core, a 12-credit hour concentration and six elective credits. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Health Care Administration.
Courses
| HCA 7700 | Seminar in Health Care Administration | 3 |
| HCA 7720 | Health Policy and Economics | 3 |
| HCA 7730 | Health Insurance and Reimbursement | 3 |
| HCA 7740 | Legal Aspects in Health Care | 3 |
| HCA 7745 | Marketing in the Health Care Sector | 3 |
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 7800 | Strategy in Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| | One Elective | |
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Homeland Security
Issues involving homeland security have become a priority at all levels of the corporate world. Business professionals need to know the problems involved and be prepared to adapt to the ever changing landscapes in homeland security and maintain a safe and secure work environment. This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating knowledge in the area of risk assessment and homeland security management and 2) determining future strategies for meeting security challenges in organizations. To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Homeland Security, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core, 15-credit hour concentration in Homeland Security and three elective credits. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Homeland Security.
Courses
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Human Resource Management
To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Human Resource Management, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core, a 12-credit hour concentration and six elective credits. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Human Resource Management.
Courses
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 7800 | Strategy in Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| MHR 6503 | Law, Regulation and the Workplace | 3 |
| MHR 7600 | International HR | 3 |
| MHR 7650 | Compensation and Benefits | 3 |
| MHR 7800 | Seminar in Human Resource Management | 3 |
| MHR 7830 | Finance and Accounting for Managers | 3 |
| | One Elective | |
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Management Information Systems
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating decision making IT strategies in the areas of analysis, modeling and design and 2) knowledge of available data communication and networking in order to meet IT strategies within the organization. To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Management Information Systems, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core, a 15-credit hour concentration and 1 elective. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for the completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Management Information Systems.
Courses
| IST 7000 | Data Management | 3 |
| IST 7020 | Analysis, Modeling, and Design | 3 |
| IST 7040 | Data Communications and Networking | 3 |
| IST 7060 | Project and Change Management | 3 |
| IST 7100 | IT Policy and Strategy | 3 |
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 7800 | Strategy in Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| | One Elective | |
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Marketing
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating knowledge of management issues affecting marketing in a global environment confronting U.S. organizations today and 2) formulating business strategies in order to meet sales, marketing and customer service needs. To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Marketing, students must complete an 18-credit hour business management core, a 12-credit hour concentration and six elective credits. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Marketing.
Courses
| MBA 7600 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| MBA 7603 | Market Research and Consumer Behavior | 3 |
| MBA 7608 | Integrated Marketing Communications | 3 |
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 7800 | Strategy in Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| MHR 7830 | Finance and Accounting for Managers | 3 |
Two Electives to be chosen from:
| MBA 7592 | Global Enterprise Development | 3 |
| MBA 7604 | New Business Ventures | 3 |
| MBA 7606 | Business to Business and Business to Government Marketing | 3 |
| MBA 7610 | | |
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Military Leadership
The Master of Science in Management with a concentration in Military Leadership is designed to meet the growing needs of the Delaware National Guard leader. Enrollment is restricted to selected members of the Delaware National Guard. The military, as well as civilian business is regularly challenged in its quest to identify, acquire and develop or identify those candidates with leadership capability. The National Guard, with its multiple constituencies, has particularly complex leadership situations. This concentration is addressed to the Delaware National Guard leader. This concentration has an additional program competency of demonstration of decision making skills in complex military leadership situations. To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Military Leadership, students must complete a specific 36-credit hour program. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Military Leadership.
Courses
| DNG 6100 | Communication Essentials for Military Leadership | 3 |
| DNG 6200 | Strategic Leadership and Decision Making | 3 |
| DNG 6300 | Military Leadership Skills | 3 |
| DNG 6400 | The Role of the Guard | 3 |
| DNG 6500 | Joint Force Operations | 3 |
| DNG 6600 | Crisis Leadership | 3 |
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| | Two Electives | |
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Organizational Leadership
This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) evaluating the need for using teams with respect to organizational effectiveness and 2) knowledge of theories and principles of change management as it relates to leadership. To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Organizational Leadership, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core and an 18-credit hour concentration. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Organizational Leadership.
Courses
| MBA 7600 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 7800 | Strategy in Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| MOL 6100 | Leadership Foundations | 3 |
| MOL 6200 | Group Processes and Facilitation Skills | 3 |
| MOL 6400 | Leadership and People | 3 |
| MOL 7500 | High Performance Teams | 3 |
One of the following five courses:
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Public Administration
This concentration has an additional program competency of demonstrating decision making ability in public policy and administration in a wide variety of industries, both public and private. To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Public Administration, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core, a 12-credit hour concentration plus six elective credits. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Public Administration.
Courses
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 7800 | Strategy in Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| MPA 6501 | Seminar in Public Administration | 3 |
| MPA 6503 | Administrative Law | 3 |
| MPA 7202 | Public Budgeting Systems | 3 |
| MPA 7502 | Analysis of Public Policy | 3 |
| | Two Electives | |
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
M.S.M. with a Concentration in Sports Management
This concentration has additional program competencies of: 1) Demonstrating the ability to apply strong sports management skills and strategies critical to the operation of sport organizations. 2) Formulate an advanced understanding of the governance and regulation of sport organizations. 3) Contrast the needed skills in the finance of sport organizations including key elements of budgeting, accounting, public/private financing, and revenue development. 4) Categorize the necessary skills in understanding the economics of sport including concepts of supply and demand, economic forecasting, and economic impact assessment.
To fulfill the requirements for the M.S.M. with a concentration in Sports Management, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core, a 12-credit hour concentration plus six elective credits. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the M.S.M. with a concentration in Sports Management.
Courses
| MGT 6501 | Organization Theory and Design | 3 |
| MGT 6503 | Leadership Development and Change Management | 3 |
| MGT 7400 | Analysis of Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 7710 | Integrative Independent Study Project A | 3 |
| MGT 7800 | Strategy in Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 8800 | Integrative Independent Study Project B | 3 |
| MSP 7500 | Business Strategy in Sports Management | 3 |
| MSP 7502 | Sports Economics and Finance | 3 |
| MSP 7504 | Sports Law Governance and Compliance | 3 |
| MSP 7506 | Sports Service and Event Marketing | 3 |
| | Two Electives | |
Two Electives: It is recommended that students who did not complete an undergraduate sports management internship or have experience working in the field of sports management take MSP 7503, Sports Administration Graduate Internship as one of their electives.
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
Wilmington University will award up to 6 graduate credits for certain professional certifications. The credit for these professional certifications will be applied to a like course or courses in the curriculum or be accepted as an elective or electives if there are no corresponding courses in the respective program and the professional certification is in an appropriate field of study. Examples of professional certifications include: Certified Public Accountant; Certified Production and Inventory Manager; Certified Financial Planner; Certified Project Manager, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt; and Senior Professional HR Manager.