Lead in the Business World with TROY's Master's in Management (MSM)
Become a stronger leader, a more effective communicator and a better collaborator
in management jobs with the AV狼论坛 Master of Science in Management program.
Designed for busy professionals, our student-focused graduate program can be completed
in one year by taking two courses per term. You can tailor the master's in management
degree to your career interests and goals by choosing from concentrations in leadership,
project management and human resource management. Through your studies, you'll learn
to apply management-related concepts in practical ways that promote critical thinking
and ethical decision-making. With the TROY M.S. in Management, you'll be better positioned
to advance in your organization. Or, you'll be able to enhance your prospects when
changing careers.
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An MSM Degree Program with Hands-on, Interactive Projects
Our fast-paced management program features experiential, action-oriented learning
exercises and assignments. For example, in MSM-6650, you'll complete a strategic planning
project using current, real-world data to advise a company on how it can use the data
to develop and strengthen its competitive advantages. These interactive projects will
help you explore, discuss and apply course-related concepts in real-world scenarios.
Through these hands-on activities, you'll develop and improve your overall management
and leadership skills for careers in business, government, the military or nonprofit
organizations 鈥� both in the U.S. and abroad.
Management Courses Led by Highly Experienced Faculty
TROY's master's in management program is led by a highly qualified faculty with decades
of diverse business and academic experience. In your management courses, you'll hear
about their experiences in the field and learn systems thinking, a skill necessary
for creativity and success, and so much more. Your professors will prepare you for
a rewarding career in a dynamic environment full of technological change, global competition
and employee diversity.
M.S. in Management Curriculum
While specific courses may vary from year to year, management courses may include:
Get the flexibility you need by taking management courses online. For more information
about program availability and delivery options, call 1-800-414-5756
Develop Your Leadership Style with the Master's in Management
At TROY, you'll prepare to lead in business environments with one of the few MSM
degrees to be offered through a business school. TROY's program is designed to help
you find yourself as a leader. You'll learn from other leaders 鈥� including those throughout
history, on the TROY faculty, in the military and others 鈥� in your management courses.
You'll learn from your peers (and they'll learn from you) as you each bring real-world
challenges to the classroom to discuss, explore and solve. Whether you're preparing
for leadership jobs, project management jobs or human resource management jobs, TROY
will equip you with what you need to succeed.
Careers With the TROY MSM Degree
Advance in your organization, in the military or change careers with a Master
of Science in Management from TROY. You'll also be prepared to pursue doctoral programs
in management or related fields.
Faculty Profiles
Dr. Rodger Morrison
Dr. Rodger Morrison, Associate Professor of Strategy, holds a Ph.D. in management
from Auburn University. He earned an MBA, an MSHRM and a bachelor's in resources management
from TROY. He also has an undergraduate degree in avionics systems from the Air Force.
Dr. Morrison has professional management experience in the military, textile and automotive
manufacturing industries, and has published on technology management, strategy, research
methods, equity theory and more.
Dr. Brandon A. Griffin is an Assistant Professor of Management and the Director of
the Master of Science in Management (MSM) program at AV狼论坛. He earned his
Ph.D. in Management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, and both his MBA
and Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Utah Valley University. Before
joining Troy, he worked in logistics and property management. His research focuses
on leadership, workplace perception, group dynamics, and politics at work.
Students must choose one primary concentration and one secondary concentration to
complete the MSM degree. No matter what concentrations you choose, you'll learn concepts,
theories and topics related to your area of interest and how to apply them in the
real world.
Primary Concentration Options
Choose one of the following business concentrations as your primary area of focus:
Business Exchange
Gain a global outlook on business through the business exchange concentration, where
you'll examine international markets, economic patterns and financial systems. With
coursework in graduate-level economics and finance, this concentration builds a strong
foundation in data-driven decision-making and financial strategy.
Cybersecurity Management
For those drawn to technology and cybersecurity, the cybersecurity management concentration
offers focused training in security operations, asset management and cyber risk awareness.
You'll build a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles while developing the
skills to manage and protect digital assets across industries.
General Business
The general business concentration within the MSM program offers a flexible path
for exploring a range of business disciplines. Through three approved graduate business
courses, you can shape your studies to align with your professional interests. This
concentration strengthens your foundation across key business functions while enhancing
your strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Health Services Management
The concentration in health services management equips you with essential knowledge
of healthcare operations, economics and strategic planning. Dive into courses that
explore how financial systems and organizational structures impact the delivery of
care. Graduates emerge ready to lead effectively in a sector that demands both business
acumen and a deep understanding of healthcare challenges.
Human Resource Management
Build strategic talent management skills, foster a strong workplace culture and lead
effective teams through the MSM human resource management concentration. This program
integrates advanced business concepts with focused studies in employment law, staffing
and employee development. Graduates will be equipped to handle HR leadership roles
across diverse industries with confidence.
Leadership
Ready to sharpen your leadership abilities in today's complex, global business environment?
The MSM leadership concentration emphasizes ethical decision-making, motivation and
strategies for leading both remote and in-person teams. By exploring core leadership
principles and practical approaches, you'll graduate prepared to inspire and guide
diverse teams with confidence and integrity.
Secondary Concentration
Choose one additional concentration to complement your primary choice. You may select
either: an additional business concentration (from the list above, excluding your
primary) or an interdisciplinary option from the list below.
International Relations
Explore the complexities of global diplomacy and cooperation through the international
relations concentration. Through courses covering international law, political economy,
diplomacy, intercultural communication and key theories, you'll gain a comprehensive
understanding of global affairs. Graduates will be equipped to analyze international
challenges and operate effectively in complex global settings.
Public Administration
Prepare to oversee personnel, finances and operations within the public sector with
the public administration concentration. This program explores essential topics such
as economics, strategic planning, governmental budgeting, administrative law and organizational
leadership. Graduates will possess the skills to implement public administration strategies
across multiple industries and contexts.
Sport Management
Turn your passion for sports into a professional path with the MSM concentration
in sport management. This concentration integrates core management principles with
industry-focused courses such as sport marketing, applied sport analytics and the
foundations of sport management. You'll graduate ready to take on leadership roles
in collegiate athletics, professional sports organizations and beyond.
Strategic Communication
Strengthen your ability to lead and communicate with purpose through the strategic
communication concentration. You'll explore topics such as leadership, media strategy
and global communication, gaining the skills to craft impactful messages and navigate
complex organizational environments. This concentration prepares you to influence,
inform and connect across diverse professional settings.
Other interdisciplinary options may be available with advisor approval.
Learn more about the field of management and our program.
What is an MSM degree?
An MSM degree is a Master of Science in Management degree. Through it, you can gain
knowledge and skills for management jobs and other leadership positions.
Is a master's in management worth it?
Absolutely. With an MSM degree from TROY, you'll build on your bachelor's degree
with business skills and in-depth knowledge in one of three concentrations: leadership,
project management or Human resource management and training. With this graduate degree, you'll have the credential you need to advance
or change your career 鈥� and expand your earning potential.
Do you allow transfer credits in the management program?
A maximum of two courses (six semester hours) taken at another AACSB-accredited institution,
each with a 鈥淏鈥� grade or better, may be applied toward the degree. This is not automatic
or guaranteed. TROY's Free in 48 transfer credit equivalency review will show you
how many credits you can transfer to TROY 鈥� and which courses they will count towards.
Visit the Transfer Students page to learn more.
Transfer credit requests from institutions not holding AACSB accreditation will be
reviewed upon submission to the appropriate business faculty or administrators, with
final college approval of transfer credit being made by the Dean of the Sorrell College
of Business.
When can I enter the master's in management program?
The management program has rolling admission, so you can apply at any time and start
during the first term after you're admitted. Terms start in August, October, January
and March each year. Management courses are delivered online in five, nine-week terms
over the academic year.
What are the admission requirements for the MSM degree?
Please review the Graduate Catalog for more information about admission requirements for the management program.
Is a thesis or comprehensive exam required to earn a master's in management?
The master's in management program does not require a thesis or comprehensive exam.
However, the capstone course (MSM 6650-Strategic Management) does include a final
exam covering the primary topic areas from courses throughout the program.
How long does it take to complete the master's in management program?
You must complete 10 courses (30 hours). The time it will take you to complete the
management program varies depending on your schedule and how many courses you complete
each term. It is possible to complete the program in one year by taking two courses
per term. The typical time to completion, however, is between one and two years.
What Does a Project Management Professional Do in an Organization?
As varied as organizations across the spectrum of business and industry can be
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nonprofits and all points in between 鈥� every organization shares in common the need
for successful completion of projects. The Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Program
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