Program Overview
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Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at University of Colorado Denver.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Business & Management.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
Career Opportunities
Explore Careers in Management
A degree in management from the University of Colorado Denver is exceptionally versatile, equipping students with the skills and perspective needed to ascend to leadership roles across diverse sectors—corporate, public, and non-profit organizations alike. This management program prepares you not only for general management roles but also allows you to specialize in areas like healthcare, technology, or sustainability through strategically chosen electives.
Career Opportunities in Management:
Banking and Investment Services: Build a career in managing financial products and client portfolios. Consulting: Offer expert advice across various industries to improve company efficiencies and profitability. Entrepreneurship: Use your leadership skills to launch and manage startups. Personnel/Talent Recruiting and Development: Drive company success by recruiting and developing top talent. Human Resources: Lead the management of workforce resources to optimize employee performance and satisfaction. Sales and Client Development: Enhance business growth through strategic sales leadership and client relationship management.
For a comprehensive understanding of how a CU Denver Management degree can launch or elevate your career, visit our Careers page for more detailed information and resources.
Program Curriculum
Core courses (12 hours)
Begin your degree by building a strong foundation of leadership and organizational structure and change. Course topics include:
Leading individuals and teams Leading organizational change Designing effective organizations Managing people for competitive advantage
Specializations (optional - 9 hours)
Dive deeper into topics that matter most to your career. We offer three specializations, or you can choose courses that best align with your career goals.
Electives (9 hours)
Explore other business courses relevant for your success. If you do not choose a specialization, you will complete 18 hours of electives.
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must have completed an undergraduate program at an accredited United States college or its equivalent in another country.
- No work experience or formal business education is required for admission, however, you may have to provide a GMAT or GRE score if you do not have enough work experience, see below.
The GMAT/GRE is not required for this program
The MS Management program does not require GMAT or GRE scores for their degree program as part of the graduate admissions requirements. The requirements are a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or better from a US accredited four-year undergraduate institution and five or more years of full-time professional work experience or the successful completion of a graduate degree.
However, if you received your bachelor’s degree with a grade point average of less than 3.25 or have less than 5 years of professional work experience, you will be asked to submit a statement that outlines other indicators of exceptional motivation, such as solid upper-division performance, GMAT or GRE scores, and other relevant professional experience. The MS Management admissions committee may require a minimum GMAT or GRE score for students that do not automatically qualify by GPA and prior work.
The admissions committee considers each candidate’s entire record of achievement. This is demonstrated through:
Academic transcripts Essay responses Work experience Extracurricular and community activities Letters of recommendation if applicable GMAT/GRE scores if applicable
No work experience or formal business education is required for admission. However, professional experience strengthens your application. Candidates with less work experience can show potential through academic and experiential success.
For any questions, please contact our admissions team at bschool.admissions@ucdenver.edu or call 303-315-8200.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,315/year (international)
Tuition
The cost of tuition for the Masters in Management degree is different for in-state and out-of-state students.
Residents of western states may qualify for in-state tuition. The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) requires students to maintain current residency of WRGP state until degree completion.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for students. As a current student, you can apply for scholarships every semester. Some awards are based on program and course enrollment.
Newly Admitted and Continuing Students: You can apply for additional scholarships every semester of enrollment. Some awards may be specific to individual programs or enrollment in specific courses. Certain certificates, including risk management and insurance, commodities, and entrepreneurship, have additional scholarship opportunities.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for students. As a current student, you can apply for scholarships every semester. Some awards are based on program and course enrollment.
Newly Admitted and Continuing Students: You can apply for additional scholarships every semester of enrollment. Some awards may be specific to individual programs or enrollment in specific courses. Certain certificates, including risk management and insurance, commodities, and entrepreneurship, have additional scholarship opportunities.
About University of Colorado at Denver
University of Colorado at Denver
Denver, United States
University of Colorado at Denver is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 10 year(s)
- Credits 60–120 ECTS (confirm with the university)
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