Online Master of Science

Online Master of Science Management

Build the business skills and specialized expertise to move into management with a curriculum designed around what you already know.  

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Program Details

  • Commitment

    Flexible, 12 months

  • Entry Terms

    Spring, Summer, Fall

  • Visa Compliant

    No

  • STEM-designated

    No

  • Locations

    Online

  • Programs options

    Yes

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This program is ideal for

Early-career professionals ready to move into management within their current field 

Career changers bringing transferable experience from outside business who need a credible credential to make the transition 

Professionals looking to build specialized expertise in a high-demand area like AI, analytics, or finance — without a multi-year commitment 

Application dates

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Tuition & Aid

Aug. 17, 2026

Fall 1 2026 start

Oct. 13, 2026

Fall 2 2026 start

Dec. 14, 2026

Spring 1 2027 start

Feb. 22, 2027

Spring 2 2027 start

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Become a capable, confident business leader in 12 months 

  • Build foundational expertise across four core business domains, selecting courses based on your existing experience level rather than starting from scratch. 
  • Develop specialized skills through one of five concentrations in fields where demand is growing: AI, Business Analytics, Corporate Finance, Corporate Innovation, and Leading People and Organizations. 
  • Study 100% online and asynchronously — no set class times, no commute, and six start dates per year so you begin when you're ready. 
  • Apply what you're learning in real time, with a curriculum built to connect directly to the work you're already doing. 

Program options

The business landscape is evolving rapidly, and professionals need more than general knowledge to move into management — they need the right skills in the right areas, built on a foundation that accounts for what they already know. The D'Amore-McKim Online MS in Management was designed for that. 

The OMSM is built around four core business domains: Managing Organizations, Data-Driven Management, Strategy and Growth, and Finance and Operations. Within each domain, you select one course based on your existing experience level — from foundational to advanced — so the curriculum builds on your background rather than ignoring it. From there, you choose one of five concentrations to develop real depth in the area most relevant to your career. 

Depending on your background, experience, and goals, you can choose from five concentrations: 

  • Artificial Intelligence: Apply AI and machine learning concepts to business strategy and organizational decision-making. Designed for professionals who want to lead in an increasingly AI-driven business environment. 
  • Business Analytics: Build the data fluency to drive smarter decisions across functions. Covers analytical methods, data interpretation, and the application of insights in a business context. 
  • Corporate Finance: Develop expertise in financial analysis, capital allocation, and investment decision-making. Designed for professionals moving into finance-focused roles or building financial acumen alongside other business skills. 
  • Corporate Innovation: Build the organizational capacity to lead change and drive growth. Covers innovation strategy, entrepreneurial thinking, and the management of new initiatives within established organizations. 
  • Leading People and Organizations: Develop the management and leadership skills to build, direct, and develop high-performing teams. Designed for professionals moving into people management or looking to strengthen their leadership foundation. 

100%

Online, fully asynchronous

6

Start dates per year, begin when you're ready

5

Concentrations in high-demand fields 

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Faculty & learning

Our world-class faculty bring years of experience, innovative leadership, and global perspectives to their teaching and are dedicated to preparing you for success in a rapidly evolving business world. Learn skills and gain experiences to advance your career as you form valuable relationships with mentors and advisors who will collaborate alongside you to solve the most pressing challenges in business today. 

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Careers & support

The dedicated experts at the Graduate Career Center will help you achieve your professional goals and emerge as a responsible, forward-thinking business leader. Whether you want to advance your career in finance or are interested in moving into the field, we'll support you in setting goals, preparing for the job search, and exploring learning opportunities beyond the classroom.

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Alumni network

One of the most valuable benefits of earning your master's degree from D'Amore-McKim is the chance to become part of our elite alumni network—numbering more than 66,500 members spanning 148 countries who regularly connect through events, programs, services, chapters, volunteering, and more.

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Applicant FAQs

The Online MS in Management is designed for early-career professionals and career changers who want to build business expertise and move into management without committing to a two- or three-year program. If you're working in a non-business role and looking for a faster path to a graduate credential, or if you're a few years into your career and ready to build deeper expertise in a specific area, this program was built for you. 

The Fast App is a streamlined path to enrollment — no GMAT, no GRE, no minimum GPA required. You complete two pathway courses that serve as your entry point into the program.  

Note: students enrolled through the Fast App are not eligible for federal financial aid during their pathway courses. If federal aid is a priority from day one, the Standard App is the better fit. 

The Standard App follows a traditional admissions review — credentials are evaluated upfront and students enter the program fully matriculated. This is the right path for students who need federal financial aid from the start, prefer a complete admissions decision before beginning coursework, or are international students bringing foreign transcripts to the process. 

You can learn more or start your application on our admissions page. 

Northeastern University's D'Amore-McKim School of Business is currently test-optional and does not require applicants to submit GRE or GMAT scores. 

Yes. The program admits students worldwide. Because instruction is fully online, it does not offer new F-1 or J-1 visas. International students are encouraged to apply through the Standard App, which ensures foreign credentials are evaluated before any financial commitment is made. 

Yes. The D'Amore-McKim School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International—the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. 

Yes. All 30 credits from the Online MS in Management may apply toward Northeastern's Online MBA. Online MS in Management graduates also qualify for the Double Husky Scholarship — a 25% reduction on remaining Online MBA tuition. For students who want to continue building their business education, the Online MS in Management is a natural first step. 

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