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Executive Master's in Strategic Management

Transform your management role into an organization-wide leadership career. Successful corporate entities in every industry need sound business strategy. While many businesses understand overall strategy and the need for resource management, the combination of the two is often overlooked. It's a widening gap that costs businesses time and costs, but with the right strategy – and the right leader – businesses can thrive.

That’s where this hybrid master’s degree in strategic management program can make all the difference. In it, you’ll gain the leadership skills you need to bridge the gap between “just getting by” and “overwhelming success,” not only for your company, but also for your career!

About The Programme

The University of Cumberlands executive master’s in strategic management is a variation of our fully online program that includes a residency component, ideal for graduate students who are working professionals who want an MS strategic management program that works with their busy schedule but isn't completely online. Along with online coursework, your curriculum involves practical training designed to actively engage you in strategic management theory and practical tactics through real-world applications. By exploring core strategic leadership and management techniques, frameworks, and best practices, your master’s in strategic management online degree program builds on your educational experiences — in academia and in the workforce — to prepare you for success at any level.

Upon completion of this executive format program, you’ll have advanced your understanding of strategic management practice. In this master's degree in strategic management program you will learn how to excel within management and leadership roles and develop relevant management strategies and organizational objectives. This hybrid-format master's in strategic management online program will also allow you to sharpen your analytical and critical thinking skills to make sound management decisions, and it will help you understand what your ethical and legal responsibilities are as a business leader.

Course Details

Core Courses - 30 Credits

BACC 532 Strategic Management Accounting (3 Credits)
BADM 624 Competitive Strategy (3 Credits)
BADM 625 Mergers and Acquisitions (3 Credits)
BADM 626 Management Consulting (3 Credits)
BADM 631 Managing in a Global Environment (3 Credits)
BADM 632 Advanced Human Resource Management (3 Credits)
BADM 645 Strategic Leadership (3 Credits)
BADM 652 Strategic Organizational Design (3 Credits)
BADM 677 Business Ethics, Corporate Governance, and Social Responsibility (3 Credits)
BADM 698 Strategic Management (Capstone) (3 Credits)

Note: All candidates completing the Master of Science in Strategic Management degree will complete a written Comprehensive Examination in the last semester of their academic program as a graduation requirement.

Capstone Course - 1 Credit