Master of Science in Management courses and curriculum
On-campus format
The curriculum consists of 32 credit hours (22 core credits and 10 elective credits) designed to provide students with a solid business foundation. Courses run in 7‑week modules during the fall and spring terms, and in 6‑week modules during Summer A/B.
The program is designed to be completed in one year, but there is flexibility to take lighter course loads and complete the program over a longer period (based on course availability).
Upon completion of the required curriculum, students are awarded a Master of Science with a major in Management.
Core courses
Core courses are designed for students without prior business knowledge. Most courses are worth 2-credits each.
22 credits required:
- ACG 5005 Financial Accounting
- ACG 5075 Managerial Accounting
- BUL 5811 Law, Ethics, and Organizations
- ECP 5702 Managerial Economics
- FIN 5437 Finance I: Asset Value Risk Return
- GEB 5212 Professional Writing (1 credit)
- GEB 5215 Professional Communication (1 credit)
- MAN 5246 Organizational Behavior
- MAN 5502 Production & Operations Management
- MAN 6636 Global Strategic Management (Capstone)
- MAR 5806 Marketing Management
- QMB 5304 Intro to Managerial Statistics
Elective courses
10 credits
- Choose business electives from a variety of subject areas such as entrepreneurship, finance, information systems & operations management, international business, and real estate. Visit the MSM Course Schedule for available courses.
- Study abroad (optional).
- Take graduate-level, non-business electives (up to 9 credits).
Certificate
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Curriculum plans
Spring Module 3 (mid-January to late February)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| ACG 5005 Financial Accounting | 2 | |
| GEB 5212 Professional Writing (or GEB 5215) | 1 | |
| MAR 5806 Marketing Management | 2 | |
| QMB 5304 Intro to Managerial Statistics | 2 |
Spring Module 4 (early March to late April)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| ACG 5075 Managerial Accounting | 2 | ACG 5005 |
| ECP 5702 Managerial Economics | 2 | |
| GEB 5215 Professional Communication (or GEB 5212) | 1 | |
| MAN 5246 Organizational Behavior | 2 |
Summer A (mid-May to mid-June)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| BUL 5811 Law, Ethics & Organizations | 2 | |
| MAN 5502 Production & Operations Management | 2 | QMB 5304 |
| Graduate business elective | 2 |
Fall Module 1 (mid-August to early October)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| FIN 5437 Finance I: Asset Val Risk Return | 2 | ACG 5005 & ACG 5075 |
| Graduate business elective | 2 | |
| Graduate business elective | 2 |
Fall Module 2 (mid-October to early December)
| Course | Credits | MBA track elective* |
|---|---|---|
| MAN6636 Global Strategic Management (Capstone) | 2 | |
| Graduate business elective | 2 | QMB 6358 (2) |
| Graduate business elective | 2 | FIN 5439 (2) |
Total credits: 32
*MBA-Track Elective
If you plan to apply to the UF MBA within seven years of finishing MSM coursework, you must complete the following electives to be eligible for an accelerated UF MBA option:
- FIN 5439 Capital Structure & Risk Management (prerequisite: FIN 5437)
- QMB 6358 Statistical Analysis for Managerial Decisions (prerequisite: QMB 5304)
The UF MBA eligibility and admissions requirements are separate and different than the MSM program’s requirements. Visit the MBA website for more information on admissions requirements and program options.
Fall Module 1 (mid-August to early October)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| ACG 5005 Financial Accounting | 2 | |
| GEB 5212 Professional Writing (or GEB 5215) | 1 | |
| MAR 5806 Marketing Management | 2 | |
| MSM Career Success in Business** | 0 |
Fall Module 2 (mid-October to early December)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| ACG 5075 Managerial Accounting | 2 | ACG 5005 |
| ECP 5702 Managerial Economics | 2 | |
| GEB 5215 Professional Communication (or GEB 5212) | 1 | |
| Graduate business elective | 2 |
Spring Module 3 (mid-January to late February)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| FIN 5437 Finance I: Asset Val Risk Return | 2 | ACG 5005 & ACG 5075 |
| QMB 5304 Intro to Managerial Statistics | 2 | |
| Graduate business elective | 2 |
Spring Module 4 (early March to late April)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites | MBA track elective* |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAN6636 Global Strategic Management (Capstone) | 2 | ||
| MAN 5246 Organizational Behavior | 2 | ||
| Graduate business elective | 2 | QMB 6358 (2) | |
| Graduate business elective | 2 | FIN 5439 (2) |
Summer A (mid-May to mid-June)
| Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| BUL 5811 Law, Ethics & Organizations | 2 | |
| MAN 5502 Production & Operations Management | 2 | QMB 5304 |
| Graduate business elective | 2 |
Total credits: 32
Note: Most summer courses are offered in an online format and elective options are limited, plan ahead.
International students: if you plan to graduate in a summer term, you must meet with your program advisor far in advance to ensure you will meet F-1 final term registration requirements.
**MSM Career Success in Business (0 credits, graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
This mandatory course covers assessment and identification of career goals, development of an internship/full-time job search strategy, crafting an effective resume, excelling in job interviews, and mastering the art of networking. The course gives students a comprehensive understanding of various industry and functional careers and career paths. There is an emphasis on self-reflection, exploration, teamwork, and career search strategies, enabling students to make informed decisions about their future career paths.
*MBA-Track Elective
If you plan to apply to the UF MBA program within seven years of finishing MSM coursework, you must complete the following electives to be eligible for an accelerated UF MBA option:
- FIN 5439 Capital Structure & Risk Management (prerequisite: FIN 5437)
- QMB 6358 Statistical Analysis for Managerial Decisions (prerequisite: QMB 5304)
The UF MBA eligibility and admissions requirements are separate and different than the MSM program’s requirements. Visit the MBA website for more information on admissions requirements and program options.