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Master the Business of Leading

MS in Management 

Build the confidence, skills, and mindset to lead teams, manage projects, and drive impact across industries. Whether you’re launching your career or pivoting into business, the MS in Management helps you turn potential into momentum.

WHY MS IN MANAGEMENT

Your Business Foundation.
Your Competitive Edge.

The MS in Management is designed for students who want broad, versatile business skills that open doors across roles and industries. You’ll gain hands-on experience, practical leadership training, and the strategic thinking employers value—without needing an undergraduate business degree.

Highlights:

  • No business background required

  • Ideal for career starters and career switchers

  • Practical, leadership-focused curriculum

  • Strong career support and employer connections

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Skills You’ll Use from Day One

Develop a strong foundation in core business disciplines while sharpening the leadership and communication skills that set you apart.

  • Leadership & organizational behavior

  • Strategic thinking & problem solving

  • Team management & decision-making

  • Business analytics fundamentals

  • Professional communication & collaboration

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CAREERS & OUTCOMES

Prepare for What’s Next

You will graduate ready to adapt, grow, and lead in a wide range of industries—from healthcare and technology to consulting and nonprofit organizations. Graduates pursue roles such as:

BUSINESS
ANALYST
PROJECT OR OPERATIONS MANAGER
CONSULTING ASSOCIATE
HR
MANAGER
RETAIL
MANAGER
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WHY PITT BUSINESS

Learn Business in a City That Means Business

At Pitt Business, you’ll learn from expert faculty, collaborate with diverse peers, and gain real-world experience in Pittsburgh—one of the fastest-growing hubs for innovation, healthcare, and technology.

  • Career coaching and employer engagement

  • Experiential learning and team-based projects

  • Global opportunities and professional development

  • Strong alumni network

Ready to Lead with Confidence?

Take the next step toward a business career with unlimited possibilities.

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