Program Overview
The Professional Studies in Design Management at University of Bridgeport is a Master programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Professional Studies in Design Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Bridgeport, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Studies in Design Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Collaborative Design Studio
- Design Management
- Marketing Concepts (Marketing)
- Leadership & Management (Leadership)
- Design Management
- Intellectual Property & Anti-trust Law (Legal)
- Leadership, Team & Managing Change (Operations)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.7 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- In accordance with the University catalog, applicants must possess an undergraduate degree in graphic, industrial, interior, or fashion design, architecture, or related design or business fields from an accredited college or university with at least a 2.7/4.0 GPA.
- Applicants must submit a personal essay and two letters of recommendation. The personal essay should be 250-500 words in detail about why you are seeking this particular degree, how you expect to apply your degree to your professional career after graduation, and why you want to pursue your degree through SASD.\xc2\xa0
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Bridgeport directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Bridgeport
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, United States
University of Bridgeport is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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